Women, Art and Geometry in Southern Africa
Download or Read eBook Women, Art and Geometry in Southern Africa PDF written by Paulus Gerdes and published by Africa Research and Publications. This book was released on 1998 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Author | : Paulus Gerdes |
Publisher | : Africa Research and Publications |
Total Pages | : 264 |
Release | : 1998 |
ISBN-10 | : UOM:39015046900992 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 (92 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Women, Art and Geometry in Southern Africa by : Paulus Gerdes
Book excerpt: The main objective of the book is to call attention to some mathematical ideas incorporated in the patterns invented by women in Southern Africa. An appreciation of these mathematical traditions may lead to their preservation, revival and development. Use of female art traditional forms has implications in the field of mathematics education.