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50 Maths Ideas You Really Need to Know

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50 Maths Ideas You Really Need to Know by Tony Crilly provides an engaging exploration of key mathematical concepts that shape the world around us. The book covers a wide range of topics, from fundamental theories to modern mathematical breakthroughs, each explained in an accessible manner. It's perfect for anyone looking to grasp the essential ideas underpinning the vast field of mathematics without getting bogged down in complex details.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the intriguing and essential concepts of mathematics that play a significant role in our understanding of the world. It offers clear explanations and engaging insights into various mathematical ideas, making it perfect for both enthusiasts and anyone seeking to enhance their appreciation of the subject.

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50 Maths Ideas You Really Need to Know

Master the central ideas of maths that shape the world we live in today.

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In 50 Maths Ideas You Really Need to Know, Professor Tony Crilly explains in 50 clear and concise essays the mathematical concepts—ancient and modern, theoretical and practical, everyday and esoteric—that allow us to understand and shape the world around us.

Packed with diagrams, examples, and anecdotes, this book is the perfect overview of this often daunting but always essential subject. For once, mathematics couldn't be simpler.

Series: 50 Ideas You Really Need to Know series

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50 Maths Ideas You Really Need to Know by Tony Crilly is praised for its clear and accessible explanations of complex mathematical concepts. Readers appreciate how it breaks down daunting topics into digestible sections with engaging illustrations, making abstract ideas more understandable. It's considered a great resource for both beginners and those looking to refresh their knowledge in an approachable manner.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529425154

Publisher: Quercus Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 August 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Greenfinch

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 110.0mm

Height: 176.0mm

Weight: 149g

Pages: 208

About the Author

Tony Crilly is Reader in Mathematical Sciences at Middlesex University, having previously taught at the University of Michigan, the City University in Hong Kong, and the Open University. His principal research interest is the history of mathematics, and he has written and edited many works on fractals, chaos and computing. He is the author of the acclaimed biography of the English mathematician Arthur Cayley.

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