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A Year in Numbers

365 Astonishing Maths Facts
By Kyle D. Evans
Series: Kyle D. Evans - maths gift books
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In A Year in Numbers by Kyle D. Evans, the author takes readers on an intriguing journey through the calendar year, using numbers to uncover fascinating insights and hidden patterns in the world around us. Blending mathematics with anecdotes and historical context, the book reveals the surprising mathematical significance of everyday events and practices, providing an engaging exploration for both number enthusiasts and the mathematically curious.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by how numbers shape our world, weaving together science, history, and culture. With humour and intriguing insights, it reveals the fascinating stories behind numerals, making it a delightful read for anyone interested in the quirky side of mathematics and its impact on everyday life.

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A collection of 365 numerical nuggets - one for each day of the year

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Did you know:

  • Only around 100 people have ever lived beyond a million hours (that's about 114 years).
  • Around 7% of everyone who has ever lived is currently alive.
  • The '12 days of Christmas' song, when sung in full, results in 364 gifts being given - one for every day... except Christmas.

Broken down into 12 chapters that correspond roughly to months of the year - from going 'back to school' with arithmetic and times tables through prime numbers and all the way to the 12 Days of Chris-maths, A Year in Numbers features a collection of 365 fascinating numerical 'nuggets', accompanied by clear, bite-size explanations of the mathematics that underpin them.

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  • A Year in Numbers
    Did you know: Only around 100 people have ever lived beyond a million hours (that's about 114 years). Around 7% of everyone who has ever lived is currently alive. The '12 days of Christmas' song, when sung in full, results in 364 gifts being given - one for every day... except Christmas. Broken down into 12 chapters that correspond roughly...
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  • Maths Tricks to Blow Your Mind
    Join award-winning maths presenter Kyle D. Evans on an entertaining tour of viral maths problems that have gone wild on social media in recent years. From the infamous 'Hannah's sweets' exam question to percentages 'life-hacks', viral maths problems seem to capture the public's imagination without fail. In Maths Tricks to Blow Your Mind, Kyle presents over 50 viral maths problems...
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A Year in Numbers by Kyle D. Evans is praised for its creative format, presenting mathematical ideas in an engaging manner that's perfect for dipping in and out. The book offers a daily calendar filled with mathematical trivia and intriguing facts, making it an enjoyable and serendipitous read.

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ISBN: 9781838958916

Publisher: Atlantic Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 November 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Atlantic Books

Edition: Main

Illustration: Black-and-white line illustrations integrated throughout

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 137.0mm

Height: 206.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Kyle D Evans is a maths teacher and award-winning maths presenter and entertainer. He regularly gives maths-based performances at schools, festivals and comedy clubs, and has performed everywhere from Edinburgh Fringe to London's Science Museum. He is the author of Maths Tricks to Blow Your Mind.

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    Join award-winning maths presenter Kyle D. Evans on an entertaining tour of viral maths problems that have gone wild on social media in recent years. From the infamous 'Hannah's sweets' exam question to percentages 'life-hacks', viral maths problems seem to capture the public's imagination without fail. In Maths Tricks to Blow Your Mind, Kyle presents over 50 viral maths problems...
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