The Math Book
From Pythagoras to the 57th Dimension, 250 Milestones in the History of Mathematics
Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Mathematics, History
| Author: | Clifford A. Pickover | ISBN: | 9781402797491 |
| Publisher: | Sterling | Publication: | September 27, 2011 |
| Imprint: | Sterling | Language: | English |
| Author: | Clifford A. Pickover |
| ISBN: | 9781402797491 |
| Publisher: | Sterling |
| Publication: | September 27, 2011 |
| Imprint: | Sterling |
| Language: | English |
Math’s infinite mysteries and beauty unfold in this follow-up to the best-selling 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.
Math’s infinite mysteries and beauty unfold in this follow-up to the best-selling 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.
