Prime Numbers: A Long Road To Infinity

Prime Numbers: A Long Road To Infinity

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Author: Enrique Gracián
Binding: Paperback
Published: National Geographic, 2017

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: marked wear on external cover; inside pages in very good condition

Prime Numbers: A Long Road To Infinity presents a compelling journey into the enigmatic world of prime numbers, those fundamental building blocks of arithmetic. This work chronicles the historical pursuit of their secrets, from ancient Greek mathematicians to modern computational efforts, illustrating the profound challenges and breakthroughs in number theory. It argues for the enduring mystery and beauty inherent in these unique integers, offering readers a comprehensive overview of their significance. The narrative conveys the intellectual rigor and persistent curiosity that drives mathematicians in their quest for ultimate understanding.

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Description

Author: Enrique Gracián
Binding: Paperback
Published: National Geographic, 2017

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: marked wear on external cover; inside pages in very good condition

Prime Numbers: A Long Road To Infinity presents a compelling journey into the enigmatic world of prime numbers, those fundamental building blocks of arithmetic. This work chronicles the historical pursuit of their secrets, from ancient Greek mathematicians to modern computational efforts, illustrating the profound challenges and breakthroughs in number theory. It argues for the enduring mystery and beauty inherent in these unique integers, offering readers a comprehensive overview of their significance. The narrative conveys the intellectual rigor and persistent curiosity that drives mathematicians in their quest for ultimate understanding.