Topological Picturebook is a visual feast for anyone concerned with mathematical images. Francis provides exquisite examples to build one's visualization muscl... » 

Topological Picturebook is a visual feast for anyone concerned with mathematical images. Francis provides exquisite examples to build one's visualization muscles. At the same time, he explains the underlying principles and design techniques for readers to create their own lucid drawings.In this collection of narrative gems and intriguing hand-drawn pictures, George Francis demonstrates the chicken-and-egg relationship, in mathematics, of image and text. Since the book was first published, the case for pictures in mathematics has been won, and now it is time to reflect on their meaning. A Topological Picturebook remains indispensable. «