Edwin Abbott Abbott Libros

Excerpt from The Fourfold Section V; The Founding of the New Kingdom, or Life Reached Through Death I should be disposed to substitute, instead of any defence of my own, an imaginary defence, such as the Fourth Evangelist might be supposed to make - and indeed does make, by implication - in his Gospel It will save space, and avoid a tedious repetition of he may have thought, if I may be allowed, instead of such a clause, to substitute inverted commas and to represent him, thinking aloud, as follows. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

The book focuses on teaching students the essential skill of clear writing, emphasizing the importance of word arrangement. While it acknowledges that elements like force, elegance, and stylistic variety are more challenging to master, it aims to provide practical rules and exercises to enhance clarity in writing. The main objective is to equip learners with the tools necessary to express their thoughts clearly and effectively.

Set in a two-dimensional world, the story explores themes of dimensions and social hierarchy through the experiences of a square who encounters a three-dimensional being. This satirical novella critiques Victorian society and its rigid class structure while introducing mathematical concepts in a unique narrative. Abbott's work combines humor and social commentary, making it a thought-provoking read that transcends its era.

Set in a two-dimensional world, the story explores the life of a square who encounters various geometric shapes and learns about dimensions beyond his own. Through this imaginative narrative, it critiques the rigid social hierarchy of Victorian England, using satire to highlight issues of perception and understanding. The novella cleverly intertwines mathematical concepts with social commentary, making it a unique blend of fiction and philosophical exploration.

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