Pythagoras: His Life, Teaching, and Influence

by Christoph Riedweg

Book Overview

One of the most important mathematical theorems is named after Pythagoras of Samos, but this semi-mythical Greek sage has more to offer than formulas. He is said to have discovered the numerical nature of the basic consonances and transposed the musical proportions to the cosmos, postulating a "harmony of the spheres." He may have coined the words "cosmos" and "philosophy." He is also believed to have taught the doctrine of transmigration of souls...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0801474523
• ISBN13: 9780801474521
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Cornell University Press
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.2" x 8.7"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher