Charles Howard Hinton était un mathématicien et écrivain britannique d'œuvres de science-fiction. Sa production créative s'est concentrée sur les dimensions supérieures, en particulier la quatrième dimension. Il est reconnu pour avoir inventé le terme "tesseract" et pour ses méthodes de visualisation de la géométrie des dimensions supérieures. La fascination de Hinton pour ces concepts abstraits a alimenté ses explorations littéraires, se penchant sur des possibilités au-delà de notre expérience tridimensionnelle ordinaire.
This reprint preserves the original 1886 edition of a collection that explores the genre of scientific romances. It offers readers a glimpse into the imaginative narratives and speculative ideas of the late 19th century, showcasing the fusion of science and fiction that characterized the era. The book serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the evolution of science fiction and its historical context.
To Which Is Added An Outline Of The History Of Unaea (1907)
The book is a facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. This edition aims to protect and promote important literature by providing an accessible and high-quality modern version that remains true to the original.
Significant for its impact on human thought, this work has been meticulously retyped, redesigned, and reformatted to ensure its preservation for future generations. The contemporary edition offers clear and readable text, moving away from scanned copies to enhance accessibility. This effort guarantees that the insights and ideas within will continue to resonate with both current readers and those to come.
Wissenschaftliche Erzählungen – das klingt nach trockenen Abhandlungen. Doch dieser Titel ist irreführend: Charles Hinton schafft es, mitreißend und physikalisch fundiert eine Welt zu beschreiben, die nur zwei Dimensionen hat: Was wäre, wenn die Erde eine Scheibe wäre? Wie würden sich die Menschen fortbewegen? Wie müsste man sich ihr Zusammenleben vorstellen? Hinton gibt plausible Antworten und erklärt ganz nebenbei physikalische Grundphänomene – anschaulich und für jeden verständlich.