The Remarkable Lives of Numbers

Name: The Remarkable Lives of Numbers
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9780715654026
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A Mathematical Compendium from 1 to 200

By Derrick Niederman

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In The Remarkable Lives of Numbers, number enthusiast Derrick Niederman reveals the fascinating properties and stories behind the numbers 1 to 200. The book explores mathematical concepts, historical anecdotes, puzzles, and brainteasers, making numbers come alive from symmetrical patterns to arithmetic curiosities. Illustrated and entertaining, it connects mathematics with sport, language, pop culture and more, offering an insightful journey through logic, geometry and numerical history.
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The Remarkable Lives of Numbers

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This witty and thought-provoking book is perfect for readers with an interest in maths, puzzles, and curious facts, whether they are casual learners or dedicated enthusiasts. Its humour and accessible style make it suitable for both adults and younger readers with a taste for numerical adventures.

Packed with illustrations, amusing facts, puzzles, brainteasers and anecdotes - an enthralling and thought-provoking numerical voyage through the history of mathematics. A must-have for trivia addicts, maths-lovers and even numberphobes.

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Did you know there are 17 possible types of symmetric wallpaper pattern? Do you know what 'casting out the nines' is? Or why 88 is the fourth 'untouchable' number? Or how 7 is used to test for the onset of dementia.

Number fanatic Derrick Niederman has a mission to bring numbers to life. He explores the unique properties of the most exciting numbers from 1 to 200, wherever they may crop up: from mathematics to sport, from history to the natural world, from language to pop culture.

Packed with illustrations, amusing facts, puzzles, brainteasers and anecdotes, The Remarkable Lives of Numbers is an enthralling and thought-provoking numerical voyage through the history of mathematics, investigating problems of logic, geometry and arithmetic along the way.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Carol Vorderman calls it 'a complete joy' that made her smile a lot, while Ian Stewart praises it as 'entertaining and engaging' and 'impossible to stop once you start reading'. Johnny Ball says it is 'great for geeks and non-geeks alike'. Vanity Fair describes it as 'a fun book' that is 'definitely challenging', and Booklist notes 'an entertaining mix of numerical fun and theory'. Time Out (Chicago) highlights its 'fascinating mathematical minutiae'.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780715654026

Publisher: Duckworth Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 February 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Duckworth

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 142.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 304

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Derrick Niederman Education & Reference Fiction Humour Science & Nature

About the Author

Derrick Niederman is a mathematician turned investment writer. He is the author of several books on numbers and finance, including What the Numbers Say and The Inner Game of Investing. He has written a series of puzzle books and is regular contributor of crossword puzzles to the New York Times.