Measuring the World

A Journey to the Heart of Cartography

By Daniel Kehlmann

In the early 19th century, two mathematicians set out to measure the world. Carl Friedrich Gauss, a German mathematician, and Alexander von Humboldt, a Prussian explorer, embarked on a journey that would change the way we see the world.

Measuring the World: A Novel

by Daniel Kehlmann

4 out of 5

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Gauss was a brilliant mathematician who had already made significant contributions to the field. He had developed a new method for solving equations, and he had also invented the Gaussian distribution, which is still used today in statistics.

Humboldt was an explorer who had traveled extensively throughout Europe and South America. He was interested in the natural world, and he had made many important discoveries about the geography of the Earth.

Together, Gauss and Humboldt set out to measure the world. They traveled across Europe, Africa, and South America, using their mathematical skills to create maps that would change the way we see the world.

Their journey was not without its challenges. They faced dangerous animals, hostile natives, and treacherous terrain. But they persevered, and they eventually completed their mission.

The maps that Gauss and Humboldt created were some of the most accurate maps of the time. They helped to improve our understanding of the world, and they played a major role in the development of modern cartography.

Measuring the World is a fascinating novel that tells the story of two brilliant mathematicians who set out to change the world. It is a story of adventure, discovery, and the power of human knowledge.

Reviews

"Measuring the World is a masterpiece. It is a beautifully written and deeply intelligent novel that will stay with you long after you finish reading it." - The New York Times

"Kehlmann has written a tour de force. Measuring the World is a must-read for anyone interested in history, science, or adventure." - The Washington Post

"Measuring the World is a brilliant novel that will change the way you see the world." - The Guardian

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Measuring the World: A Novel

by Daniel Kehlmann

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2688 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	274 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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