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Symmetry: The Ordering Principle (Wooden Books Gift Book)
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Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #26931 in Books
- Published on: 2006-09-22
- Original language: English
- Binding: Paperback
- 64 pages
Editorial Reviews
Synopsis
Why on earth do cars have the same symmetry as dragonflies? Is there really a beautiful swirling pattern lurking in every dripping tap? What do insect eggs have in common with planets, and why? In this exquisite book, the smallest and most concise ever produced, designer David Wade introduces the main principles of symmetry, and shows how, despite opinions over exactly what it is, symmetry can be found in almost every corner of science, nature and human culture.
Customer Reviews
Fantastic Book
This is a great little book on Symmetry. I think it would be hard to imagine a better job in the space. David Wade takes the reader through all of the main symmetry groups and introduces the reader to some of the philosophical issues around symmetry. A very useful book for artists and designers. Very highly recommended.
