Architecture and Mathematics in Ancient Egypt [Paperback]

A fascinating analysis of the relationship between mathematics and architecture in ancient Egypt.In this fascinating new study, architect and Egyptologist Corinna Rossi explores the use of numbers and geometrical figures by the Ancient Egyptians in their architectural projects and buildings. While previous architectural studies have searched for 'universal rules' to explain the entire history of Eyptian architecture, Rossi attempts to reconcile the approaches of architectural historians and archaeologists by testing architectural theories against the archaeological and historical evidence. Highly illustrated with plans, diagrams and figures, this book is essential reading for all scholars of Ancient Egypt and the architecture of ancient cultures.In this fascinating new study, architect and Egyptologist Corinna Rossi explores the use of numbers and geometrical figures by the Ancient Egyptians in their architectural projects and buildings. While previous architectural studies have searched for 'universal rules' to explain the entire history of Eyptian architecture, Rossi attempts to reconcile the approaches of architectural historians and archaeologists by testing architectural theories against the archaeological and historical evidence. Highly illustrated with plans, diagrams and figures, this book is essential reading for all scholars of Ancient Egypt and the architecture of ancient cultures.Corinna Rossi explores the use of numbers and geometrical figures by the Ancient Egyptians in their architectural projects and buildings. Whereas previous architectural studies have searched for universal rules to explain the entire history of Egyptian architecture, Rossi reconciles the approaches of architectural historians and archaeologists by testing architectural theories. This book is essential reading for all scholars of Ancient Egypt and the architecture of ancient cultures.Part I. Proportions in Ancient Egyptian Architecture: 1. In search of 'the rule' for Ancienl“+