A Most Elegant Equation

Name: A Most Elegant Equation
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SKU: 9780465093779
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Euler's Formula and the Beauty of Mathematics

By David Stipp

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In A Most Elegant Equation by David Stipp, the author delves into the beauty and significance of Euler's formula, exploring its impact across various fields of mathematics and science. The book presents the formula as a bridge between seemingly unrelated areas, offering fascinating insights into the elegance and interconnectedness of mathematical concepts.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the elegance and power of mathematical formulas, particularly if you have a keen interest in how they shape our understanding of the natural world. It brings to life a central equation in physics, providing insight into the profound impact of mathematical beauty on scientific discovery and understanding.

An award-winning science writer introduces us to mathematics using the extraordinary equation that unites five of mathematics' most important numbers

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Bertrand Russell wrote that mathematics can exalt "as surely as poetry." This is especially true of one equation: e^iπ + 1 = 0, the brainchild of Leonhard Euler, the Mozart of mathematics.

More than two centuries after Euler's death, it is still regarded as a conceptual diamond of unsurpassed beauty. Called Euler's identity or God's equation, it includes just five numbers but represents an astonishing revelation of hidden connections. It ties together everything from basic arithmetic to compound interest, the circumference of a circle, trigonometry, calculus, and even infinity.

In David Stipp's hands, Euler's identity becomes a contemplative stroll through the glories of mathematics. The result is an ode to this magical field.

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Reviews of A Most Elegant Equation describe it as a captivating exploration of Euler's renowned equation, praised for blending the mathematical proof with its historical and philosophical context. Readers appreciate its clear, engaging storytelling that makes complex mathematical concepts accessible and enjoyable, even to those with limited mathematical background. The book is noted for its ability to illuminate the inherent beauty and interconnectedness of mathematics.

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ISBN: 9780465093779

Publisher: Basic Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 November 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Basic Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 217.0mm

Weight: 360g

Pages: 240

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About the Author

David Stipp is an award-winning science writer whose work has appeared in Scientific American, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Science, and other publications. The author of The Youth Pill, he lives in Boston, Massachusetts.