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Professor Stewart'S Hoard Of Mathematical Treasures

Professor Stewart'S Hoard Of Mathematical Treasures

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by Ian Stewart
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Ian Stewart, author of the bestselling Professor Stewart's "Cabinet of Mathematical Curiosities", presents a new and magical mix of games, puzzles, paradoxes, brainteasers, and riddles. He mingles these with forays into ancient and modern mathematical thought, appallingly hilarious mathematical jokes, and enquiries into the great mathematical challenges of the present and past. Amongst a host of arcane and astonishing facts about every kind of number from irrational or imaginary to complex or cuneiform, we find how to organise chaos; how matter balances anti-matter; how to turn a sphere inside out (without creasing it); why you can't comb a hairy ball; and, how to calculate pi by observing the stars. And we get some tantalizing glimpses of the maths of life and the universe. Mind-stretching, enlightening and endlessly amusing, Professor Stewart's new entertainment will stimulate, delight, and enthrall.

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ISBN13: 9781846683466
ISBN10: 1846683467
Language: English
Publisher: Profile Books
Publication Year: 2010
Format: Paperback

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    Fun and fascinating mathematical puzzles and facts.

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    If you love your math mixed with a touch of magic and humor, this book is a delightful treasure chest. Ian Stewart weaves together puzzles, paradoxes, and intriguing facts that will both entertain and challenge you, making complex concepts accessible and fun. It’s perfect for curious minds eager to explore the wonder and humor hidden in mathematics.
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