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The Beauty of Geometry: Twelve Essays (Dover Books on Mathematics)

by H. S. M. Coxeter

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Absorbing essays demonstrate the charms of mathematics. Stimulating and thought-provoking treatment of geometry's crucial role in a wide range of mathematical applications, for students and mathematicians.

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Original publication date: 1968

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Genres: Nonfiction, Science & Nature, General Nonfiction, Art & Design
DDC/MDS: 516 — Natural sciences & mathematics Mathematics Geometry
LCC: QA443 .C6713 — Science Mathematics Mathematics Geometry. Trigonometry. Topology
BISAC: MAT MATHEMATICS Geometry General

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Published: 1968
Genres: Nonfiction, Science & Nature, General Nonfiction, Art & Design
DDC/MDS: 516
LCC: QA443 .C6713

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