The Colossal Book of Mathematics

Author : Martin Gardner
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages : 724
Release : 2001
ISBN 10 : 0393020231
ISBN 13 : 9780393020236
Language : EN, FR, DE, ES & NL

The Colossal Book of Mathematics Book Description:

The author presents a selection of pieces from his Scientific American "Mathematical Games" column, presenting puzzles and concepts that range from arithmetic and geometrical games to the meaning of M.C. Escher's artwork.


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