An Eye for Fractals: A Graphic/Photographic Essay (Studies in Nonlinearity)

by Michael McGuire and Benoit B. Mandelbrot

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Fractional geometry posits that a natural visual complexity can arise from iteration of simple rules and simple shapes. An Eye for Fractals is a fascinating study of the converse premise: that natures complexity implies an underlying simplicity that can be traced back to fractal geometry.The book effectively integrates art with science, illustrating the natural occurrence of mathematics and geometry in lava flows, kelp beds, cloud formations and aspen groves. The book is enhanced with more than 150 photographs and drawings, including some color illustrations. An Eye for Fractals is a beautiful introduction to fractal geometry, a graphic, visual approach that should appeal to all who feel the fascination of this artful mathematics.
  • ISBN10 0201554402
  • ISBN13 9780201554403
  • Publish Date 21 July 1991
  • Publish Status Active
  • Out of Print 11 October 2009
  • Publish Country US
  • Publisher INGRAM PUBLISHER SERVICES US
  • Imprint Perseus Books
  • Format Paperback
  • Pages 176
  • Language English