The symmetries of things
John Horton Conway
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The symmetries of things
by John Horton Conway, Heidi Burgiel, Chaim Goodman-Strauss
Published
2016
Publisher
CRC Press LLC
Pages
448
ISBN-13
9780429063060
Description
"Symmetry is a fundamental phenomenon in art, science, and nature that has been captured, described, and analyzed using mathematical concepts for a long time. Inspired by the geometric intuition of Bill Thurston and empowered by his own analytical skills, John Conway, together with his coauthors, has developed a comprehensive mathematical theory of symmetry that allows the description and classification of symmetries in numerous geometric environments. This richly and compellingly illustrated book addresses the phenomenological, analytical, and mathematical aspects of symmetry on three levels that build on one another and will speak to interested lay people, artists, working mathematicians, and researchers."--Jacket.
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How many pages are in The symmetries of things?
This edition of The symmetries of things has approximately 448 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 The symmetries of things?
For most readers, The symmetries of things typically takes between 9h 20m and 6h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 112,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 28m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 15 days • Estimated word count: 112,000 words
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What is the word count of The symmetries of things?
The estimated word count for The symmetries of things is approximately 112,000 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 The symmetries of things?
The symmetries of things was written by John Horton Conway, Heidi Burgiel, Chaim Goodman-Strauss.
When was The symmetries of things published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2016. The original work may have been published on a different date.