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The Math Book

From Pythagoras to the 57th Dimension - Revised and Updated

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Math's infinite mysteries and beauty unfold in this follow-up to "The Science Book." Beginning millions of years ago with ancient "ant odometers" and moving through time to our modern-day quest for new dimensions, it covers 250 milestones in mathematical history. Among the numerous delights readers will learn about as they dip into this inviting anthology: cicada-generated prime numbers, magic squares from centuries ago, the discovery of pi and calculus, and the butterfly effect. Each topic gets a lavishly illustrated spread with stunning color art, along with formulas and concepts, fascinating facts about scientists' lives, and real-world applications of the theorems.

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The Math Book, Clifford A. Pickover

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Subtítulo
From Pythagoras to the 57th Dimension - Revised and Updated
Idioma
Inglés
Publicado en
2025
Formato
Tapa blanda
Páginas
544
ISBN10
1454957786
ISBN13
9781454957782
Serie
Calificación
4,05 de 5
Descripción
Math's infinite mysteries and beauty unfold in this follow-up to "The Science Book." Beginning millions of years ago with ancient "ant odometers" and moving through time to our modern-day quest for new dimensions, it covers 250 milestones in mathematical history. Among the numerous delights readers will learn about as they dip into this inviting anthology: cicada-generated prime numbers, magic squares from centuries ago, the discovery of pi and calculus, and the butterfly effect. Each topic gets a lavishly illustrated spread with stunning color art, along with formulas and concepts, fascinating facts about scientists' lives, and real-world applications of the theorems.