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Hidden Connections, Double Meanings: A Mathematical Exploration (Cambridge Educational) y First edition

by David Wells (Author)
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This book subverts and surprises. It explores mathematical topics, finding amazing similarities and looking at familiar objects in new ways. It shows mathematics as something mysterious, intriguing and pleasurably puzzling. You do not need to be a mathematician to enjoy this book. The style is relaxed. It emphasises insight and imagination rather than technique. The book also includes many problems and puzzles for you to try, with hints and solutions.
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  1. ISBN-10
    0521313341
  2. ISBN-13
    978-0521313346
  3. Edition
    y First edition
  4. Publisher
    Cambridge University Press
  5. Publication date
    April 29, 1988
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    6.25 x 0.5 x 9.25 inches
  8. Print length
    164 pages
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Book Description

This book explores mathematical topics, finding amazing similarities and looking at familiar objects in new ways.

Book Description

This book explores mathematical topics, finding amazing similarities and looking at familiar objects in new ways. It shows mathematics as something mysterious, intriguing and pleasurably puzzling. You do not need to be a mathematician to enjoy this book. It emphasises insight and imagination rather than technique.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cambridge University Press; y First edition (April 29, 1988)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 164 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0521313341
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0521313346
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 11 - 14 years
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 0.5 x 9.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining math book
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This is a fun read, lots of interesting mathematical concepts presented in an accessible way.
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