Fantasy and Symmetry, The Periodic Drawings of M.C. Escher
New York; (1976)
by MacGillavry, Caroline H.
New York; (1976): Harry N. Abrams. Small Quarto. Later printing by Abrams. This work contains 42 of Escher's most intriguing drawings are accompanied by the illuminating commentaries of a leading scientist. For the science buff who delights in design, it is a wittily illustrated guide to the mathematical laws of symmetry. An index to the technical terms, which are explained within the text, is included. Also includes 42 illustrations including 12 full color plates. Bound in blue cloth,. spine lettering gilt. A very nice copy in pictorial dust jacket. (Inventory #: 008939)