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Geometry (Inside Mathematics)
Understanding Shapes and Sizes
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Inside Mathematics: Geometry is ideal for young readers aged 14 and over who have a keen interest in maths and want to explore geometric concepts in depth, including history and real-world applications. It is well suited to students and readers who enjoy mathematical puzzles and stories, but less suitable for beginners or those needing basic explanations.
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See moreAge range 14+ One of the hardest questions that mathematics teachers have to answer is 'Why?' Schoolroom sums are crucial in learning the awesome power of mathematics, but they are often a world away from how the knowledge is applied and where it came from. Inside Mathematics: Geometry is there to fill that gap.
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One of the hardest questions that mathematics teachers have to answer is 'Why?' Schoolroom sums are crucial in learning the awesome power of mathematics, but they are often a world away from how the knowledge is applied and where it came from. Inside Mathematics: Geometry is there to fill that gap.
The word 'geometry' means to 'measure the Earth.' Ancient mathematicians wanting to do more than count money and merchandise used geometry to model the natural world and then the world of numbers that lies behind it. What began by scratching circles and squares in the dirt has led to infinitely large shapes you could hold in your hand, a Universe in which straight lines can be curved, and Internet search engines that handle information as structures with hundreds of dimensions.
Inside Mathematics: Geometry introduces the amazing people who figured out how shapes work and how they can be used to unlock secrets of nature. Written to engage and enthuse young people, it shows readers how ideas of long-dead geniuses ended up in their homework assignment: Trigonometry is not just about trianglesβit can tell you how big the Universe is. Not every polyhedron has three dimensions: The tesseract of sci-fi movies really exists as a four-dimensional cube that can turn itself inside out.
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Praised for its engaging storytelling and colourful illustrations, this book effectively combines history, puzzles, and advanced concepts to captivate readers with a strong interest in mathematics. It is suitable for those looking to deepen their understanding beyond standard curricula, although its complexity may challenge novice learners or those struggling with maths. The inclusion of a glossary, index, and contents aids navigation, making it a valuable and visually appealing resource for enthusiastic readers.
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ISBN: 9781627951388
Publisher: Shelter Harbor Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 21 October 2019
Country: United States
Imprint: Shelter Harbor Press
Audience: General / adult
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Width: 190.0mm
Height: 228.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 184
About the Author
Dr. Mike Goldsmith is a science writer and former head of the U.K.'s National Physical Laboratory, where he specialized in astronomy and the science of sound. In his many nonfiction books for children, Mike engages with a wide range of topics, including mathematics, space exploration, time travel and the history of science. Mike received a PhD in astrophysics from Keele University in the U.K. He lives in Twickenham, London.
Tom Jackson, series editor, is a science and technology writer based in the United Kingdom. Tom specializes in recasting these subjects into lively historical narratives by uncovering lively stories that help to create new ways to enjoy the sciences. He studied at the University of Bristol and still lives in the city with his wife and three children.
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