Ripley Jones

Broschiertes Buch

Non-Euclidean Geometry

Fucking with Parallel Lines

Beschreibung

Geometry: Unleashing Your Inner Geek in a Fucked-Up World is an exhilarating journey through the world of geometry, from the vanilla familiarity of Euclidean geometry to the mind-bending wonders of non-Euclidean geometry. Prepare to have your mind blown as you discover the beauty, chaos, and practical applications of these strange and fascinating geometries. Whether youre a math enthusiast, an artist looking for inspiration, or simply curious about the hidden wonders of the universe, this book will leave you both enlightened and entertained. Dive into the weird and wonderful world of geometry and embrace the madness!

Autor

Ripley Jones is an unapologetic force in the world of multidisciplinary exploration, with a writing style as fierce as the subjects they tackle. Armed with degrees in mathematics, computer science, and cultural anthropology, Jones has a sharp talent for breaking down complex topics-from abstract algebra to ancient mythology-with wit, precision, and a hefty dose of irreverence. Known for titles like Advanced JavaScript: Async, Await, and Annihilate and Combinatorial Designs: Arrangements That Fucking Work, Jones doesn't sugarcoat anything, believing that readers deserve the raw, unfiltered truth-even if it involves some strong language.But don't let the expletives fool you-Ripley Jones is all about delivering the intellectual goods. Their mathematical prowess shines through in works like Galois Theory: Unlocking Algebra's Biggest Secrets and Ergodic Theory: Math That Goes the Distance, while their fascination with the natural and paranormal worlds is evident in titles like Brinicles: The Icy Fingers of Death and Phantom Voices of the Wichitas. Jones has built a reputation as a fearless thinker, always ready to tackle everything from the spectral realms of haunted mountains to the bleeding-edge realms of quantum computing, such as in Quantum Computing: Not Your Grandma's Algorithms.When not writing, Jones can be found practicing Tuvan throat singing or deep in research on obscure natural phenomena and unsolved mysteries. Their ability to dive headfirst into topics as varied as The Steam-Powered Carriage: The First Automobile and Elwetritsch: Germany's Mythical Bird makes Jones a captivating writer for anyone looking to challenge their mind, all while laughing at the absurdity of the world along the way.Ripley Jones doesn't just teach you new things-they stretch your brain, set it on fire, and then dare you to dive deeper.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Dagger and Scythe
• Seitenzahl: 170
• Erscheinungstermin: 23. Dezember 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 256g
• ISBN-13: 9781779661593
• ISBN-10: 1779661592
• Artikelnr.: 72678926