Flatland
| AUTHOR | Abbott, Edwin Abbott; Abbott, Edwin A.; Lindgren, William F. et al. |
| PUBLISHER | Cambridge University Press (11/27/2009) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Paperback (Paperback) |
Description
Flatland, Edwin Abbott Abbott's story of a two-dimensional universe, as told by one of its inhabitants who is introduced to the mysteries of three-dimensional space, has enjoyed an enduring popularity from the time of its publication in 1884. This fully annotated edition enables the modern-day reader to understand and appreciate the many "dimensions" of this classic satire. Mathematical notes and illustrations enhance the usefulness of Flatland as an elementary introduction to higher-dimensional geometry. Historical notes show connections to late-Victorian England and to classical Greece. Citations from Abbott's other writings as well as the works of Plato and Aristotle serve to interpret the text. Commentary on language and literary style includes numerous definitions of obscure words. An appendix gives a comprehensive account of the life and work of Flatland's remarkable author.
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ISBN-13:
9780521759946
ISBN-10:
0521759943
Binding:
Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
306
Carton Quantity:
24
Product Dimensions:
6.04 x 0.63 x 8.90 inches
Weight:
0.89 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Bibliography,
Index,
Annotated,
Price on Product,
Table of Contents,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Science | Physics - Mathematical & Computational
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level:
9.1
Point Value:
7
Interest Level:
Upper Grade
Guided Reading Level:
Not Applicable
Dewey Decimal:
779.092
Library of Congress Control Number:
2009016043
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Flatland, Edwin Abbott Abbott's story of a two-dimensional universe, as told by one of its inhabitants who is introduced to the mysteries of three-dimensional space, has enjoyed an enduring popularity from the time of its publication in 1884. This fully annotated edition enables the modern-day reader to understand and appreciate the many "dimensions" of this classic satire. Mathematical notes and illustrations enhance the usefulness of Flatland as an elementary introduction to higher-dimensional geometry. Historical notes show connections to late-Victorian England and to classical Greece. Citations from Abbott's other writings as well as the works of Plato and Aristotle serve to interpret the text. Commentary on language and literary style includes numerous definitions of obscure words. An appendix gives a comprehensive account of the life and work of Flatland's remarkable author.
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