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Description for Harmonograph
Paperback. Based on the mathematics of music, this book explains why notes, which sound good together also look good together. Covering Pythagorean, just and equal-tempered tuning systems, it also contains drawings and old engravings printed at high-resolution on 100 per cent recycled papers, with holographic foil titles. Num Pages: 64 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 5AQ; AC; TDPB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 127 x 9. Weight in Grams: 84.
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" ... Read more
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" ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Wooden Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
Number of Pages
64
Place of Publication
Powys, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781904263364
SKU
V9781904263364
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-50
About Anthony Ashton
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.
Reviews for Harmonograph
"Beautiful" - London Review of Books"