The Diagram

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Harmonic Geometry

By Adam Tetlow

Series: Wooden Books U.K. Gift Books

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The Diagram by Adam Tetlow delves into the fascinating intersection of mathematics and culture, exploring the mystery and influence of geometric diagrams throughout history. It examines how these structures have shaped philosophical and spiritual thought across various cultures. This book promises an intriguing journey through the symbolic meanings and roles that diagrams have played in artistic and cultural contexts.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by the intersection of geometry and art, and enjoy exploring how ancient and mystical symbols influence modern culture. It offers a unique insight into the mathematical aesthetics underpinning various artistic traditions, providing a thought-provoking journey through visual and historical creativity.

The Diagram

Secrets of the ancient Master Diagram revealed.

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How do you divide a line into three? Or five? Or seven? Is there a simple way to marry harmony and geometry? What is the secret diagram alluded to by writers of antiquity?

In this groundbreaking book, philosopher Adam Tetlow reveals the long lost Helicon, the master diagram of the ancient arts and crafts. Watch in astonishment as this magical geometric figure produces simple fractions, musical harmonies, Pythagorean triangles, perspective, and more.

The Diagram is a part of the WOODEN BOOKS series, which are small but packed with information. They have received praise from numerous esteemed publications:

"Fascinating" - FINANCIAL TIMES

"Beautiful" - LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS

"Rich and Artful" - THE LANCET

"Genuinely mind-expanding" - FORTEAN TIMES

"Excellent" - NEW SCIENTIST

"Stunning" - NEW YORK TIMES

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Series: Wooden Books U.K. Gift Books

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The Diagram

By Adam Tetlow

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ISBN: 9781907155338

Publisher: Wooden Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wooden Books

Illustration: 100

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 125.0mm

Height: 155.0mm

Weight: 100g

Pages: 64

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About the Author

Adam Tetlow is an artist and writer. A teacher at the world-renowned Prince's School for Traditional Arts in London, he lives in Essex with his architect wife and three children.