The golden number : Pythagorean rites and rhythms in the development of western civilization

by Matila C. Ghyka

Paper Book, 2016

Status

Available

Call number

133.3/35

Tags

Golden Ratio, Sacred Geometry and Architecture, Earth Mysteries and Archaeo-Astronomy, Sacred Geometry, Architecture, Phi, Pentacles, Hermes Trismegistus

Genres

Collection

Don

Publication

Rochester, Vermont : Inner Traditions, 2016.

Description

"The first English translation of Ghyka's masterwork on sacred geometry"--

Subjects

Golden section
Pythagoras and Pythagorean School
Rhythm
Symbolism of numbers

Language

English

Original language

French

ISBN

9781594771002

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