{"title":"Ben Orlin","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the wonderfully witty works of \u003cem\u003eBen Orlin\u003c\/em\u003e. Known for his unique blend of humour and education, Orlin invites readers into the world of mathematics with a charm that even the most number-averse will find amusing. Each book is a delightful exploration of mathematical concepts, presented in a way that's accessible to all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith titles like \u003cem\u003eMath for English Majors\u003c\/em\u003e, Orlin crafts an engaging narrative that bridges two seemingly disparate fields, demonstrating that mathematics is not just for the mathematically inclined. This book is perfect for those who appreciate language and are curious about how it intertwines with mathematical thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eMath Games with Bad Drawings\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eMath with Bad Drawings\u003c\/em\u003e, Orlin combines his trademark ‘bad drawings’ with profound insights into mathematical ideas. These books effortlessly blend Science \u0026amp; Nature with Humour, making them ideal reads for anyone looking to enjoy a hearty laugh while learning something new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a seasoned mathematician or someone who’s never quite gotten the hang of numbers, Ben Orlin’s books offer a refreshing and enlightening perspective. Discover these titles today and join in on the fun—or the calculations!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"math-with-bad-drawings-by-ben-orlin-9780316509046","title":"Math with Bad Drawings","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA hilarious and bestselling reintroduction to mathematics, illustrating the ideas with stories, humour, and stick figures.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eMath with Bad Drawings\u003c\/i\u003e, Ben Orlin reveals what math is all about. His tools are unorthodox: jokes, cartoons, strange-but-true stories, and beneath it all, the empathy of a veteran teacher who believes that math should belong to everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOrlin helps us to think like mathematicians by teaching a brand-new game of tic-tac-toe, profiling the ten people you meet in line for the lottery, and documenting the headaches that ensue when the Evil Empire attempts to build a spherical Death Star.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMath with Bad Drawings\u003c\/i\u003e will change the way you see the subject—and the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833293689068,"sku":"9780316509046","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18573463482300.jpg?v=1758451075"},{"product_id":"math-for-english-majors-by-ben-orlin-9780762499816","title":"Math for English Majors","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIf Mathematics had a Rosetta Stone...\u003c\/b\u003e\n\nIn this trailblazing work from the internet's most empathetic math teacher, Ben Orlin unravels the secrets behind the world's most confounding language.\n\nMath, it is said, is the \"universal language.\" But if a language brings people together, why does math make so many of us feel so alone? In \u003cem\u003eMath for English Majors,\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling author Ben Orlin (\u003cem\u003eMath with Bad Drawings\u003c\/em\u003e) offers fresh insights for the mathematically perplexed and mathematical masters alike.\n\nAs Orlin reveals, the \"universal language\" is precisely that: a language. It has nouns (numbers), verbs (calculations), and grammar (algebra). It has funny idioms (\"exponential\"), quirky etymologies (\"squaring\"), and peculiar ambiguities (\"PEMDAS\"). It even has its own form of literature, with equations ranging from the simple wisdom of A\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e + B\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e = C\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e to the startling profundity of e\u003csup\u003eπi\u003c\/sup\u003e + 1 = 0.\n\nAlong the way, he shares relatable stories of his own mathematical misunderstandings and epiphanies, as well as the trials and triumphs of his students. And, as always, he sheds further light and levity on the subject with his inept-yet strangely effective-drawings.\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854669304044,"sku":"9780762499816","price":70.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780762499816.jpg?v=1759251442"},{"product_id":"math-games-with-bad-drawings-by-ben-orlin-9780762499861","title":"Math Games with Bad Drawings","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBestselling author and worst-drawing artist Ben Orlin expands his oeuvre with this interactive collection of mathematical games. With 70-plus games, each taking a minute to learn and a lifetime to master, this treasure trove will delight, educate, and entertain.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom beloved math popularizer Ben Orlin comes a masterfully compiled collection of dozens of playable mathematical games. This ultimate game chest draws on mathematical curios, childhood classics, and soon-to-be classics, each hand-chosen to be (1) fun, (2) thought-provoking, and (3) easy to play. With just paper, pens, and the occasional handful of coins, you and a partner can enjoy hours of fun—and hours of challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOrlin's sly humour, expansive knowledge, and so-bad-they're-good drawings show us how simple rules summon our best thinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGames include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUltimate Tic-Tac-Toe\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSprouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBattleship\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eQuantum Go Fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDots and Boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBlack Hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOrder and Chaos\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSequencium\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePaper Boxing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eProphecies\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eArpeggios\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBanker\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrancoprussian Labyrinth\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCats and Dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAnd many more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ingram Book Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47115776196844,"sku":"9780762499861","price":85.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12841003482459.jpg?v=1765927749"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ben-orlin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}