Symmetry in Chaos: A Search for Pattern in Mathematics, Art, and Nature

by Michael Field

A striking, full-colour book which explains how combining symmetry and chaos can lead to the construction of remarkable images.

Genres: Science, Mathematics, Art, Nonfiction

Hardcover

First published December 3, 1992

Reviews

[Nica Noelle]

A fascinating but easy to follow guide to the world of fractals and cellular automata. This book was recommended to me by one of the country's leading mathematicians when I was first attempting to understand fractals.

[Allison]

I appreciated this book for how it got me to think about things I never spend time on. What is the definition of 'symmetry' and 'chaos'? Why do train wheels tend to move laterally? Why do people like those spiral wishing well coin funnels? I didn't understand a word of the mathematics, but it's an engaging book nonetheless.