The Math Book: From Pythagoras to the 57th Dimension, 250 Milestones in the History of Mathematics

Math's infinite mysteries unfold in this paperback edition of the bestselling The Math Book . Beginning millions of years ago with ancient "ant odometers" and moving through time to our modern-day quest for new dimensions, prolific polymath Clifford Pickover covers 250 milestones in mathematical history. Among the numerous concepts readers will encounter as they dip into this inviting anthology: cicada-generated prime numbers, magic squares, and the butterfly effect. Each topic is presented in a lavishly illustrated spread, including formulas and real-world applications of the theorems.

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Author: Clifford A. Pickover
Language: English
Vendor: Commercial
ISBN: 9781402788291
Category: Book
Subcategory: Paperback
Added: December 16, 2011

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