1471-1528

Explores the work of sixteenth-century artist Albrecht D?rer.

Examines the unique combinations of numbers that make up magic squares, and describes an ancient magic square and one developed by Benjamin Franklin.

Briefly discusses the influences upon Durer, the fifteenth-century German artist, and the outstanding features of some of his paintings.

Describes magic squares and the relationship between addition and subtraction.

Includes reproductions of Durer's paintings, full-color plates, critical comments, survey of his life and work, a basic bibliography, and "catalogue raisonne.".