Turner Common (2 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, whose innovative study of cosmic harmony inspired many Renaissance thinkers, explores the significance of musical proportion in the universe. The author's fascination with the harmonic arrangement of the cosmos, and belief in the Pythagorean theory that the movement of celestial bodies creates harmonious sounds, led to him explore these themes extensively in his writings. This book synthesizes various disciplines of study including mathematics, music, philosophy, and astronomy, to advocate for the mystical influence of music and mathematical order on the structure of reality. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Volume 13, 14, 15, & 17. Set of four volume 13, 14, 15, & 17. Measuring approximately 9" x 6" with over 1700 numbered pages collectively. These volumes are in poor condition. Three of the four volumes are missing their spines completely. Fourth volumes spine is barely hanging on to binding. All hinges are cracked creating loose boards to all volumes. Moderate chipping and scuffing to all boards. All volumes have old library markings on front endpaper and pastedowns. All volumes have previous owner's bookplate on front pastedowns. Interior pages are bright and clean. Please view the many other rare titles available for purchase at our store. We are always interested in purchasing individual or collections of fine books. Inventory #(N12-66).