Harmonograph: A Visual Guide to the Mathematics of Music
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Harmonograph: A Visual Guide to the Mathematics of Music

Harmonograph: A Visual Guide to the Mathematics of Music

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Anthony Ashton (Author)  

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Why did Pythagoras pause outside a Blacksmith's workshop? Can the nature of Harmony really be understood visually? Why do harmonies leave gaps or 'commas' when added together? In this charming little book Anthony Ashton uses a Victorian device called a Harmonograph to tell the story of Harmony and the intervals in the scale. With useful appendices and exquisite line drawings this is a unique and original introduction to this magical subject. WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information. "Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES. "Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. "Genuinely mind-expanding" FORTEAN TIMES. "Excellent" NEW SCIENTIST. "Stunning" NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas. Illustrations
Anthony Ashton is a journalist and company director. A lifelong passion for understanding what makes things tick eventually lead to this extraordinary book. He is currently writing a book on the Universe.
  • Contributor: Anthony Ashton
  • Imprint: Wooden Books
  • ISBN13: 9781904263364
  • Number of Pages: 64
  • Packaged Dimensions: 155x125x9mm
  • Format: Paperback
  • Publisher: Wooden Books
  • Release Date: 2005-10-25
  • Binding: Paperback / softback
  • Biography: Anthony Ashton is a journalist and company director. A lifelong passion for understanding what makes things tick eventually lead to this extraordinary book. He is currently writing a book on the Universe.

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