Classic of science (and mathematical) fiction — charmingly illustrated by author — describes the journeys of A. Square and his adventures in Spaceland (three dimensions), Lineland (one dimension) and Pointland (no dimensions). A. Square also entertains thoughts of visiting a land of four dimensions — a revolutionary idea for which he is banished from Spaceland.
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What if there existed a world consisting of only two spatial dimensions? This mind-bending supposition is the jumping-off point for one of the literature's most celebrated oddities: the 1884 novella Flatland, one of the earliest instances of modern speculative fiction, and perhaps the only instance of mathematical satire.
In Flatland, a lowly square, whose polygonal betters exhibit more sides, discovers pathways to other worlds where, alas, thinking is as rigidly defined as in his own. Class structures, the position of women (who are but mere lines), and the stolidness of religious and political leaders are sent up with chilly aplomb.
Beloved by fans of science fiction, students of dimensional physics, and readers of Victorian literature, this belongs on the shelf of any serious home library.
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34 of 34 people found the following review helpful
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I urge you to read this insightful book. It's short and is very easy to read yet will give you a tangible way of contemplating further dimensions by reference to a society with only two (hence the title 'Flatland'). This [Dover Thrift Edition] could well be the best ever spend on a present for your head! The only negative for me is the book's portrayal of Women as straight lines with pointy ends(!), but you have to take into account that it was written by a Victorian Cleric and this part of the story presents an interesting aside in terms of a view of Victorian Society. Please don't get hung up on this point though - in every other way it is incredibly contemporary, accessible and stimulating to the mind. It is referenced by many leading popular science books and is superior to most (incredible considering its vintage). It certainly represents an essential addition to your bookshelf! I'm sure you won't be disappointed.
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Some science books make stuff seem complicated. Even more compliacted than it needs to be. This book, does not. This is an excellent example of a book being able to open your mind to wider possiblities by explaining stuff you already know about insticivly but have never put into words yourself. Although this book is not for the expert, it is ideal for someone just getting going or needing the chance to recap the basics.
It had me thinking for weeks.
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That better understanding comes from simplicity is well known. But this axiom is taken to new heights here!
On the one level this is a cool and very amusing exposee of dimensionality. But on another far more fascinating level, it is a brilliant critique of humanity - of society and its norms and rules. How ridiculous our behaviour must look to beings eyeing us from a 4th dimension!
This book is not just intelligent, it is also funny!
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good value
a great value kindle book - and a good way to discover a bit of classic literature I wouldn't otherwise have read
Published 23 days ago by Fiadh
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Brain fodder!
A fascinating way of visualizing dimensions other than our own through a civilization analogy. The only let down is the sexism that runs throughout, which although fits into the... Read more
Published 2 months ago by R. J. Neal
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Flatland - expand your mind
I came across this book many years ago and am delighted to find it on Kindle with the original illustrations (which are an essential part of the story). Read more
Published 2 months ago by Helenix
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Flimsy
I chose to buy this edition as it was relatively cheaper than other copies available.
The content is fine, it is after all Abbott's work. Read more
The content is fine, it is after all Abbott's work. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Jack
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Clever, instructive and entertaining
For sure this is one of the most ingenious books that I have ever read. Based in Flatland, it is the story of A. Square and of his visions of Spaceland, Lineland and Pointland. Read more
Published 4 months ago by M.I.
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Interesting but a bit hard work
I bought this because of the historical interest as much as anything.
It's an interesting take on dimensional mathematics - although I wasn't quite sure whether Abbott was... Read more
It's an interesting take on dimensional mathematics - although I wasn't quite sure whether Abbott was... Read more
Published 4 months ago by avidreader
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Still a better love story than twilight
That's a misleading title, it's allot better story. I suspect allot of people where brought here by big bang theory, in which case I am sure that this will fulfil your expectations... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Arthur
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Where to begin
I came to this book from a recommendation on a podcast.
WOW! Although the language is a little "of its time", and quite dense at times, and the plot seems... Read more
WOW! Although the language is a little "of its time", and quite dense at times, and the plot seems... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Stuart
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Good read
This book is based on a very interesting concept, and makes a really great read. Highly recommended, especially for anyone with an interest in maths.
Published 5 months ago by Jonny
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A great book but a flawed production
I had a copy of Flatland long ago but cannot find it now. So I bought this - OK, with a blue cover not a black and while one like the one I had.
So far so good. Read more
So far so good. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Alan Willmott
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