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A History of Pi (Paperback)

by Petr Beckmann (Author) "A million years or so have passed since the tool-wielding animal called man made its appearance on this planet..." (more)
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"A pure delight . . . Entirely offbeat, which gives it its charm." --The Denver Post

"A very readable account." --Science

"A cheerful work." --Scientific American


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"A pure delight . . . Entirely offbeat, which gives it its charm." --The Denver Post "A very readable account." --Science "A cheerful work." --Scientific American

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Product Details
  • Paperback: 208 pages
  • Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin (July 15, 1976)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0312381859
  • ISBN-13: 978-0312381851
  • Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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