
Professor Stewart's Incredible Numbers
Ian Stewart
(Author)Description
At its heart, mathematics is about numbers, our fundamental tools for understanding the world. In Professor Stewart's Incredible Numbers, Ian Stewart offers a delightful introduction to the numbers that surround us, from the common (Pi and 2) to the uncommon but no less consequential (1.059463 and 43,252,003,274,489,856,000). Along the way, Stewart takes us through prime numbers, cubic equations, the concept of zero, the possible positions on the Rubik's Cube, the role of numbers in human history, and beyond! An unfailingly genial guide, Stewart brings his characteristic wit and erudition to bear on these incredible numbers, offering an engaging primer on the principles and power of math.
Product Details
Publisher | Basic Books |
Publish Date | April 07, 2015 |
Pages | 352 |
Language | English |
Type | |
EAN/UPC | 9780465042722 |
Dimensions | 8.2 X 5.5 X 1.2 inches | 0.8 pounds |
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"The book is crafted with great enthusiasm, resulting in a delightful reading experience encompassing countless results and areas of classical and current research."--MAA Reviews
Winner of the 2015 Lewis Thomas Prize for Writing About Science
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