On Growth and Form by D'Arcy Wentworth Thompson
"On Growth and Form" is a landmark work that explores the science of biology from a mathematical perspective, emphasizing the patterns and geometry found in living organisms. The book discusses how physical and mathematical laws influence the way that organisms grow and develop, and how different species exhibit similar patterns of growth. It also touches on how these principles apply to the structure of the universe and the patterns found in nature. This work is considered a foundational text in the field of mathematical biology.
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- Published
- 1917
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Very Long
- Pages
- 1116
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 5th on Best Science Book Ever (the Royal Institution of Great Britain)
- 34th on The Modern Library | 100 Best Nonfiction (The Modern Library)
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