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9780521128216: A Mathematical Tapestry Paperback: Demonstrating the Beautiful Unity of Mathematics
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Using the simple geometric idea of systematic paper folding, the authors of this 2010 book demonstrate the beauty of mathematics and the interconnectedness of its various branches. Detailed instructions show how to build three-dimensional polygons that help the reader unearth some surprising and delightful results.

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'For some 30 years Peter Hilton and Jean Pedersen have written papers and books on mathematics, both recreational and advanced. Now they have pulled it all together in one exciting and handsome volume. It opens with detailed instructions on how to fold paper flexagons (there are now dozens of websites on these bewildering paper toys), followed by paper models of polygons and curious polyhedra, then on to other fascinating topics. The emphasis throughout is on symmetry and elegance. The writing is clear and informal, and the authors do not hesitate to include lovely proofs in number theory, algebra, geometry, and group theory. The book is a rich 'tapestry, as the authors call it, from first page to last.' Martin Gardner

'The book demonstrates the great unity of mathematics. This is supported by a wealth of instructive illustrations ...' Zentralblatt MATH
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Peter Hilton is Distinguished Professor Emeritus in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the State University of New York (SUNY), Binghamton.

Jean Pedersen is Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science at Santa Clara University, California.

Sylvie Donmoyer is a professional artist and freelance illustrator.

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  • VerlagCambridge University Press
  • Erscheinungsdatum2010
  • ISBN 10 0521128218
  • ISBN 13 9780521128216
  • EinbandTapa blanda
  • Anzahl der Seiten306
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Buchbeschreibung Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Donmoyer, Sylvie (illustrator). Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - This easy-to-read 2010 book demonstrates how a simple geometric idea reveals fascinating connections and results in number theory, the mathematics of polyhedra, combinatorial geometry, and group theory. Using a systematic paper-folding procedure it is possible to construct a regular polygon with any number of sides. This remarkable algorithm has led to interesting proofs of certain results in number theory, has been used to answer combinatorial questions involving partitions of space, and has enabled the authors to obtain the formula for the volume of a regular tetrahedron in around three steps, using nothing more complicated than basic arithmetic and the most elementary plane geometry. All of these ideas, and more, reveal the beauty of mathematics and the interconnectedness of its various branches. Detailed instructions, including clear illustrations, enable the reader to gain hands-on experience constructing these models and to discover for themselves the patterns and relationships they unearth. Artikel-Nr. 9780521128216

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