Beautiful Geometry
Eli Maor
Reading Time
at 250 WPM3h 29m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 3h 29m to read Beautiful Geometry.
Personalise your estimate by entering your reading speed below
Test my reading speedEnter speed in words per minute
7
days at 30 min/day
209
total minutes
Beautiful Geometry
by Eli Maor, Eugen Jost
Published
2014
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Pages
209
ISBN-13
9781306154222
Description
"If you've ever thought that mathematics and art don't mix, this stunning visual history of geometry will change your mind. As much a work of art as a book about mathematics, Beautiful Geometry presents more than sixty exquisite color plates illustrating a wide range of geometric patterns and theorems, accompanied by brief accounts of the fascinating history and people behind each. With artwork by Swiss artist Eugen Jost and text by acclaimed math historian Eli Maor, this unique celebration of geometry covers numerous subjects, from straightedge-and-compass constructions to intriguing configurations involving infinity. The result is a delightful and informative illustrated tour through the 2,500-year-old history of one of the most important and beautiful branches of mathematics"--
Subjects
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Beautiful Geometry?
This edition of Beautiful Geometry has approximately 209 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Beautiful Geometry?
For most readers, Beautiful Geometry typically takes between 4h 21m and 2h 54m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 52,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 29m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 52,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Beautiful Geometry?
The estimated word count for Beautiful Geometry is approximately 52,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Beautiful Geometry?
Beautiful Geometry was written by Eli Maor, Eugen Jost.
When was Beautiful Geometry published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2014. The original work may have been published on a different date.