Flatland A Romance of Many Dimensions Edwin A Abbott 1950 6th Ed Basil Blackwell For Sale

Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions by A Square (Edwin A. Abbott) is a classic satirical novella that explores the concept of dimensions through the eyes of a two-dimensional square. This 1950 Sixth Edition, Revised, published by Basil Blackwell in Oxford, features the original illustrations by the author and an introduction by William Garnett. The softcover volume displays a distinctive illustrated cover depicting the hierarchy of dimensions and the floor plan of the protagonist's house. A foundational work of mathematical fiction, it remains a compelling social satire and a mind-bending exploration of geometry and perspective. The book exhibits deckled edges and a vintage patina consistent with its age.