Skip to main content
PBS logo
 
 

Search - The Dot and the Line: A Romance in Lower Mathematics

The Dot and the Line: A Romance in Lower Mathematics
The Dot and the Line A Romance in Lower Mathematics
Author: Norton Juster
Once upon a time there was a sensible straight line who was hopelessly in love with a beautiful dot. But the dot, though perfect in every way, only had eyes for a wild and unkempt squiggle. All of the line's romantic dreams were in vain, until he discovered ... angles! Now, with new-found self-expression, he can be anything he wants to be --...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780394422459
ISBN-10: 0394422457
Publication Date: 1963
Pages: 80
Rating:
  • Currently 5/5 Stars.
 1
5 stars, based on 1 rating
Publisher: Random House
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
Members Wishing: 1
Reviews: Member | Amazon | Write a Review

Top Member Book Reviews

 reviewed The Dot and the Line: A Romance in Lower Mathematics on
Helpful Score: 1
As far as I know, this os the only other childrens book by Norton Juster other than our family favorite 'The Phantom Toll Booth.' It's very very short and sweet and a fine intro to fundamental mathematics that's a mix of mostly art and Juster's purple prose. This book is a rare keeper!
Read All 5 Book Reviews of "The Dot and the Line A Romance in Lower Mathematics"

Please Log in to Rate these Book Reviews

 reviewed The Dot and the Line: A Romance in Lower Mathematics on + 3352 more book reviews
A very memorable fable - which, as a good fable should, reflects life nicely.
sydneymath avatar reviewed The Dot and the Line: A Romance in Lower Mathematics on + 64 more book reviews
The anguished story of a straight line who falls in love with a dot and how they live together, or can they? 3 people who know I love math have given me this book, so I'm keeping one!
reviewed The Dot and the Line: A Romance in Lower Mathematics on
This is a cute book with mathematical puns about a straight line who falls in love with a dot.


Genres:


Back to the Top ↑
By using this Web site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the Terms of Use. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
US Patent Number 7,877,315 | Copyright © 2004 - 2024 PaperBackSwap.com. All Rights Reserved.