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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A fun book of brainteasers!,
By Sandeep Sharma (Purdue University, Indiana) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Wheels, Life, and Other Mathematical Amusements (Paperback)
Wheels, Life and ... is an enthralling and thoroughly enjoyable book for anyone interesed in math brainteasers. It covers a wide range of intriguing topics, from simple word puzzles to complex mathematical ideas. Knotted threads and geometric fantasies mingle effortlessly with Zeno's paradox and the challenging game of life! I couldn't stop reading one teaser after another, wracking my brain on some tantalising clue. If you're fascinated by mindgames, buy it. Its a Martin Gardner!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
If you like to think, this is the book for you,
By Avid Reader (Franklin, Tn) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Wheels, Life, and Other Mathematical Amusements (Paperback)
Gardner has penned another whimsical, informative and totally amusing book (again). The entire thing is a MENSA member's dream come true - a work equally at home in the entertainment and education fields. This is not just one dreary problem after another. Instead, Gardner offers commentary on subjects as far-ranging as time, molecules, chess, cards and electricity. And always he manages to pause for a quick puzzle or two (or three). Terrific read. |
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Wheels, Life, and Other Mathematical Amusements by Martin Gardner (Paperback - Aug. 1985)
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