Fractal Horizons
Subtitle: The Future Use of Fractals
Edition: 1st ed edition
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Published: July 1996
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 355
ISBN-13: 9780312125998
Subjects: Fractals; Electronic And Computer Art; Fractals (Computer Science); Computers; Mathematics; Computer Books: General; Computer Graphics - General; Topology - Fractals
Description: Fractal Horizons is a practical guide to exploring the inexhaustible reservoir of magnificent shapes, images, and ideas associated with fractals. From art poster designs to educational tools, computer-generated fractal patterns' usage is booming. Fractal Horizons gives an account of the state of the art and speculates on advances in the future. Contributors explore the challenges of using fractals in education, art, music, fashion, chess, medicine, and more.

Filled with beautiful images, an intriguing array of artistic and scientific topics, and computer/mathematical recipes, the book will appeal to anyone fascinated by unusual ideas and optically provocative art.