Vie de Pythagore: Lettre a Marcella
by Porphyrius
fromCollection des universites de France
Vie de Pythagore: Lettre à Marcella
by Porphyry, Segonds, A.-Ph, Porphyry
fromCollection des universites de France
One of the most important mathematical theorems is named after Pythagoras of Samos, but this semi-mythical Greek sage has more to offer than formulas. He is said to have discovered the numerical nature of the basic consonances and transposed the musical proportions to the cosmos…
"Christoph Riedweg's book is an introduction to the fundamental contributions of Pythagoras to the establishment of European culture. To penetrate the intricate maze of lore and ascertain what history can tell us about the philosopher, Riedweg not only examines the written recor…