Fearful Symmetry

"From the shapes of clouds to dewdrops on a spider's web, this accessible book employs the mathematical concepts of symmetry to portray fascinating facets of the physical and biological world. More than 120 figures illustrate the interaction of symmetry with dynamics and the mathematical unity of nature's patterns"--

Inhalt

Preface 1. Geometer God 2. What is Symmetry? 3. Where Did It Go 4. Forever Stones 5. Striped Water 6. The Universe and Everything 7. Turing's Tiger 8. The Pattern of Tiny Feet 9. Icons of Chaos 10. Well, Is She? Further Reading Appendix 1 Appendix 2 Index