This book is an updated and redesigned edition of a classic about renowned Dutch graphic artist Maurits Cornelis Escher (1898-1972).
Authored by mathematician Bruno Ernst, who had intimate access to Escher's life and conceptual world, the book delves into Escher's complex and ambiguous drawings.
Escher was a master of the third dimension, and his work, including the lithograph "Magic Mirror" from 1946, captivates viewers.
The book explores Escher's life, his creative process, and the interconnectedness of his various creations, offering answers to the mysteries surrounding his art.
The edition includes biographical data, 250 illustrations, and a breakdown of each mathematical problem tackled by Escher.
