Harmonograph - A Visual Guide to the Mathematics of Music (Paperback)

Why did Pythagoras pause outside a Blacksmith's workshop? Can the nature of Harmony really be understood visually? Why do harmonies leave gaps or 'commas' when added together? In this charming little book Anthony Ashton uses a Victorian device called a Harmonograph to tell the story of Harmony and the intervals in the scale. With useful appendices and exquisite line drawings this is a unique and original introduction to this magical subject. 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.

General

Imprint:	Wooden Books
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	October 2005
Authors:	Anthony Ashton
Dimensions:	125 x 155 x 5mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	53
ISBN-13:	978-1-904263-36-4
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > History of art / art & design styles > General Books > Professional & Technical > Industrial chemistry & manufacturing technologies > Other manufacturing technologies > Precision instruments manufacture > General
LSN:	1-904263-36-4
Barcode:	9781904263364

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