Geometry: Understanding Shapes and Sizes

Inside Mathematics

by Mike Goldsmith, Tom Jackson (Editor)

Geometry does not have to be confusing! Inside Geometry helps make sense of all of those lines and angles by showing its fascinating origins and how that knowledge is applied in everyday life. Written to engage and enthuse young minds, this accessible overview introduces readers to the amazing people who figured out how shapes work and how they can be used to build spaces and study places we cannot go, like the beginning of the Universe. Filled with enlightening illustrations and images, Geometry is arranged chronologically, from Euclid's revolution to the Poincaré conjecture, to clearly show how ideas in mathematics evolved from the Ancient Egyptians in 3000 BC to the present day. What began as scratched circles and squares in the dirt has evolved into a branch of mathematics used to create realistic landscapes in video games, build mile-high skyscrapers, and manufacture robots so tiny they can swim in your bloodstream.

Genres: Nonfiction

184 pages, Paperback

Published November 11, 2019

About the author

Dr. Mike Goldsmith studied the philosophy of time and space at Keele University, where he also obtained his PhD in astrophysics. He was formerly the head of Acoustics at the UK's National Physical Laboratory and is now an author of nonfiction books for children.

Reviews

[Heidi]

Excellent introduction to all aspects of geometry. Illustrations and information were very demonstrative of the concepts. I admit I like geometry better than algebra- but this book is useful for both math nerds and people unfamiliar with the topic.

[Jessica]

Great illustrated introduction with lots of history in simple language

[Kevin Demel]

Very interesting book and gave me some ideas to use in my creations.