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Ruler and Compass - Practical Geometric Constructions (Paperback) Loot Price: R198
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Ruler and Compass - Practical Geometric Constructions (Paperback)

Andrew Sutton

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Loot Price R198 Discovery Miles 1 980

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How do you draw a heptagon? What about a heptakaidecagon? How do you fit circles perfectly into triangles? And around them? If the computer is down - could you do it with ruler and compass? In this unique little book, Andrew Sutton guides you through the once treasured principles of ruler and compass constructions, used for centuries by architects, carpenters, stonemasons and master craftsmen. Designed to last until the lights go out, this is a timeless book. WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information. "Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES. "Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. "Genuinely mind-expanding" FORTEAN TIMES. "Excellent" NEW SCIENTIST. "Stunning" NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas.

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Imprint: Wooden Books
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Release date: October 2009
Authors: Andrew Sutton
Dimensions: 125 x 155 x 7mm (L x W x T)
Format: Paperback
Pages: 58
ISBN-13: 978-1-904263-66-1
Categories: Books > Science & Mathematics > Mathematics > Geometry > General
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LSN: 1-904263-66-6
Barcode: 9781904263661

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