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Flatland (Illustrated Edition)
Flatland - Illustrated Edition
Author: Edwin A. Abbot
Flatland, which is written under the pseudonym "a square", offers pointed observations on the social hierarchy of Victorian culture. Flatland's more enduring contribution is its examination of dimensions; in the words of noted writer Isaac Asimov, Flatland is "the best introduction one can find into the manner of perceiving dimensions." As such,...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781449548667
ISBN-10: 1449548660
Publication Date: 10/9/2009
Pages: 78
Edition: Ill
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Publisher: CreateSpace
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio CD
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mattmatt avatar reviewed Flatland (Illustrated Edition) on
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i was really excited to read this but was so disappointed with several holes in the logic and physics behind the different dimensional worlds. The plot was completely secondary to the ideas of the dimensions but thats okay because the book is strong in pointing out closed mindedness, pride and arrogance in society. So overall, a bit of bummer but an easy read so i say it's worth a read!
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reviewed Flatland (Illustrated Edition) on
It was an interesting way to view dimensions and various shapes ... although I had a tough time getting my mind around some of the concepts. It covers 1-dimension of a point, who is full of himself. Then the 2-dimension square is introduced to a 3-dimension cube. At first, this was difficult for him to comprehend. But once he does then his mind is open to the possibility of 4-dimension and beyond. But when he tries to convince his fellow 2-dimension shapes, they are closed minded and throw him in prison. I don't understand the point to using inferior and dangerous women in this science fiction world.


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