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Magical Mathematics
The Mathematical Ideas That Animate Great Magic Tricks
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Magical Mathematics reveals the secrets of fun-to-perform card tricks--and the profound mathematical ideas behind them--that will astound even the most accomplished magician. Persi Diaconis and Ron Graham provide easy, step-by-step instructions for each trick, explaining how to set up the effect and offering tips on what to say and do while perform
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Magical Mathematics reveals the secrets of fun-to-perform card tricks—and the profound mathematical ideas behind them—that will astound even the most accomplished magician.
Persi Diaconis and Ron Graham provide easy, step-by-step instructions for each trick, explaining how to set up the effect and offering tips on what to say and do while performing it. Each card trick introduces a new mathematical idea, and varying the tricks in turn takes readers to the very threshold of today's mathematical knowledge.
Diaconis and Graham tell the stories—and reveal the best tricks—of the eccentric and brilliant inventors of mathematical magic. The book exposes old gambling secrets through the mathematics of shuffling cards, explains the classic street-gambling scam of three-card Monte, traces the history of mathematical magic back to the oldest mathematical trick—and much more.
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Magical Mathematics by Persi Diaconis and Ron Graham is praised for seamlessly integrating the worlds of magic and mathematics, offering insights into how mathematical principles underpin a variety of magic tricks. The book is noted for its engaging storytelling, accessible explanations, and the ability to captivate both magic enthusiasts and those with a passion for mathematics. It encourages readers to delve deeper into the subject with its detailed, well-illustrated content that not only reveals tricks but also the fascinating theories behind them. The authors, esteemed in both fields, have crafted a work that reflects their lifelong passion, making it a cherished addition to both mathematical and magical literature.
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ISBN: 9780691169774
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 13 October 2015
Country: United States
Imprint: Princeton University Press
Illustration: 133 color illus. 14 halftones. 56 line illus. 10 tables.
Contributors:
- Foreword by Martin Gardner
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education
DIMENSIONS
Width: 216.0mm
Height: 241.0mm
Weight: 624g
Pages: 264
About the Author
Persi Diaconis is professor of mathematics and statistics at Stanford University, and a former professional magician. Ron Graham (19352020) was professor of mathematics and computer science at the University of California, San Diego, and a former professional juggler.
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