A Geometric Analysis of the Platonic Solids and Other Semi-Regular Polyhedra

Kenneth J M MacLean

ISBN 10: 1615994300 / ISBN 13: 9781615994304

Published by Marvelous Spirit Press, 2019

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Geometric Analysis of the Platonic Solids and Other Semi-Regular Polyhedra
• Publisher: Marvelous Spirit Press
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1615994300
• ISBN 13: 9781615994304
• Binding: Hardback
• Edition: 2nd ed.
• Condition: New
• Dimensions: 17.78W x 2.06H x 25.4D centimeters 17.78 centimeters width by 2.06 centimeters height by 25.4 centimeters depth
• Weight: 807 grams

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Synopsis

Getting Inside the Mind of Nature Discover the simple but powerful mathematics of the underlying geometric figures that shape our world

Can geometry be exciting?

It can for those who can appreciate the beauty of numbers and their relationships.

This book contains a meticulous geometric investigation of the 5 Platonic Solids and 5 other important polyhedra, as well as reference charts for each solid.

Poly (many) hedron (face) means "many faces." Polyhedra are 3 dimensional figures with 4 or more faces, or sides. These polyhedra are reflections of Nature herself, and a study of them provides insight into the way the world is structured. Nature is not only beautiful, but highly intelligent. As you explore the polyhedra in this book, this will become apparent over and over again.

The book contains a geometric explanation of the Phi Ratio and Fibonacci series, and a detailed analysis of the pentagon, which forms the basis for many of these solids. The pentagon is composed entirely of Phi relationships, and is integral to a proper understanding of sacred geometry.

With over 140 full-color illustrations, this book is perfect for teachers and students of geometry alike. It is a must for those who are serious about sacred geometry.

This book is dedicated to those who can appreciate the logic of numbers and the beauty of nature, for they are both aspects of the same unifying principle.

Prerequisites: knowledge of simple algebra and elementary trigonometry. No brainiac math skills required! Only the ability to appreciate nature's own logic.

Book #1 in the Geometric Explorations Series

What's New in the Second Edition:

• An analysis of the Truncated Icosahedron (soccer ball)
• Rewrites of several sections for greater clarity
• Correction of typos from the First Edition.

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About the Author

Kenneth MacLean is a writer and researcher living in Ann Arbor, Michigan, home of the Michigan Wolverines. He has authored eight books, dozens of essays, and four flash movies. Contact: kmaclean@kjmaclean. com Website: http: //www.kjmaclean.com/