{"product_id":"the-symmetries-of-things-9781568812205","title":"The Symmetries of Things","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Symmetries of Things - A Mathematical Exploration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStart with a single shape. Repeat it in some way--translation, reflection over a line, rotation around a point--and you have created symmetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSymmetry 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, with his coauthors, has developed a comprehensive mathematical theory of symmetry that allows the description and classification of symmetries in numerous geometric environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMathematical Theory for Multiple Audiences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book presents symmetry theory across three progressive levels, making it accessible to diverse readers. Whether you're an interested layperson exploring geometric patterns, an artist seeking mathematical foundations for design, or a working mathematician researching group theory and tessellation, this comprehensive text provides the analytical framework and visual illustrations to understand symmetry in geometric environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Authors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJohn H. Conway is the John von Neumann Chair of Mathematics at Princeton University. He obtained his BA and his PhD from the University of Cambridge (England). He is a prolific mathematician active in the theory of finite groups, knot theory, number theory, combinatorial game theory, and coding theory. He has also contributed to many branches of recreational mathematics, notably the invention of the Game of Life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHeidi Burgiel is a professor in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Bridgewater State College. She obtained her BS in Mathematics from MIT and her PhD in Mathematics at the University of Washington. Her primary interests are educational technology and discrete geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChaim Goodman-Strauss is a professor in the department of mathematical sciences at the University of Arkansas. He obtained both his BS and PhD in Mathematics at the University of Texas at Austin. His research interests include low-dimensional topology, discrete geometry, differential geometry, the theory of computation, and mathematical illustration. Since 2004 he has been broadcasting mathematics on a weekly radio segment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"A K PETERS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50681186222354,"sku":"9781568812205","price":113.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_d08ba2cc-878e-4ba5-bdaa-a28dc960d6ca.jpg?v=1733950151","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-symmetries-of-things-9781568812205","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}