Math and the Mona Lisa: The Art and Science of Leonardo da Vinci
Title: Math and the Mona Lisa: The Art and Science of Leonardo da Vinci
Author: Bulent Atalay
Paperback: 336 pages
Publisher: Collins (February 21, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0060851198
ISBN-13: 978-0060851194
This book reminds us that art and science are inexorably intertwined. The writing style is lucid yet very readable, including the sections that delve into quantum mechanics, for example. I thought the section on the golden section was a little long-winded, but otherwise it was a good read.
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February 9th, 2008 by alephnaught