The Heart of Mathematics: An invitation to effective thinking --now in its second edition--succeeds at reaching non-math, non-science-oriented readers and encourages them to discover the mathematics inherent in the world around them. Infused throughout with the authors' humor and enthusiasm, The Heart of Mathematics introduces readers to the most important and interesting ideas in mathematics while inspiring them to actively engage in mathematical thinking.
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Illustrations (chiefly col.), map
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Höhe: 23.8 cm
Breite: 19.2 cm
Dicke: 34 mm
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ISBN-13
978-0-470-41287-9 (9780470412879)
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But First, a Word from our Sponsors ix
Welcome! xi
Surfing the Book xv
Chapter One: Fun and Games: An Introduction to Rigorous Thought 2
Chapter Two: Number Contemplation 38
Chapter Three: Infinity 136
Chapter Four: Geometric Gems 206
Chapter Five: Contortions of Space 326
Chapter Six: Chaos and Fractals 402
Chapter Seven: Taming Uncertainty 514
Chapter Eight: Deciding Wisely 628
Farewell 716
Acknowledgements: Second Edition 719
Acknowledgements: First Edition 722
Hints and Solutions 725
Index 747
Credits 758
