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- Author: Clifford A Pickover
- Publisher: Union Square & Co.
- ISBN-10: 1454957786
- ISBN-13: 9781454957782
- Format: 18.5 x 21.3 x 3.3 cm, minkšti viršeliai
- Language: English
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Math's infinite mysteries unfold in this repackaged edition of the bestselling The Math Book. Beginning millions of years ago with ancient "ant odometers," and moving through time to our modern-day quest for new dimensions, prolific polymath Clifford Pickover covers major milestones in mathematical history. Among the numerous concepts readers will encounter as they dip into this inviting anthology: cicada-generated prime numbers, magic squares, and the butterfly effect. Each topic is presented in a lavishly illustrated spread, including formulas and real-world applications of the theorems. This reissue includes four new entries: 2013 (Bounded Gaps Between Primes), 2015 (Erdős Discrepancy Problem Solved), 2016 (Sphere Packing in Dimension 8), and 2023 (Einstein Tiles and Beyond). It also features an expanded introduction and updates throughout the book.
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- Author: Clifford A Pickover
- Publisher: Union Square & Co.
- ISBN-10: 1454957786
- ISBN-13: 9781454957782
- Format: 18.5 x 21.3 x 3.3 cm, minkšti viršeliai
- Language: English English
Math's infinite mysteries unfold in this repackaged edition of the bestselling The Math Book. Beginning millions of years ago with ancient "ant odometers," and moving through time to our modern-day quest for new dimensions, prolific polymath Clifford Pickover covers major milestones in mathematical history. Among the numerous concepts readers will encounter as they dip into this inviting anthology: cicada-generated prime numbers, magic squares, and the butterfly effect. Each topic is presented in a lavishly illustrated spread, including formulas and real-world applications of the theorems. This reissue includes four new entries: 2013 (Bounded Gaps Between Primes), 2015 (Erdős Discrepancy Problem Solved), 2016 (Sphere Packing in Dimension 8), and 2023 (Einstein Tiles and Beyond). It also features an expanded introduction and updates throughout the book.
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