One, Two, Three: Absolutely Elementary Mathematics
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Author: David Berlinski, PH.D.
Format: Hardback
Number of Pages: 210
From the acclaimed author of "A Tour of the Calculus "and" The Advent of the Algorithm, " here is a riveting look at mathematics that reveals a hidden world in some of its most fundamental concepts. In his latest foray into mathematics, David Berlinski takes on the simplest questions that can be asked: What is a number? How do addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division actually work? What are geometry and logic? As he delves into these subjects, he discovers and lucidly describes the beauty and complexity behind their seemingly simple exteriors, making clear how and why these mercurial, often slippery concepts are essential to who we are. Filled with illuminating historical anecdotes and asides on some of the most fascinating mathematicians through the ages, "One, Two, Three" is a captivating exploration of the foundation of mathematics: how it originated, who thought of it, and why it matters.
Author: David Berlinski, PH.D.
Format: Hardback
Number of Pages: 210
From the acclaimed author of "A Tour of the Calculus "and" The Advent of the Algorithm, " here is a riveting look at mathematics that reveals a hidden world in some of its most fundamental concepts. In his latest foray into mathematics, David Berlinski takes on the simplest questions that can be asked: What is a number? How do addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division actually work? What are geometry and logic? As he delves into these subjects, he discovers and lucidly describes the beauty and complexity behind their seemingly simple exteriors, making clear how and why these mercurial, often slippery concepts are essential to who we are. Filled with illuminating historical anecdotes and asides on some of the most fascinating mathematicians through the ages, "One, Two, Three" is a captivating exploration of the foundation of mathematics: how it originated, who thought of it, and why it matters.
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NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.
Author: David Berlinski, PH.D.
Format: Hardback
Number of Pages: 210
From the acclaimed author of "A Tour of the Calculus "and" The Advent of the Algorithm, " here is a riveting look at mathematics that reveals a hidden world in some of its most fundamental concepts. In his latest foray into mathematics, David Berlinski takes on the simplest questions that can be asked: What is a number? How do addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division actually work? What are geometry and logic? As he delves into these subjects, he discovers and lucidly describes the beauty and complexity behind their seemingly simple exteriors, making clear how and why these mercurial, often slippery concepts are essential to who we are. Filled with illuminating historical anecdotes and asides on some of the most fascinating mathematicians through the ages, "One, Two, Three" is a captivating exploration of the foundation of mathematics: how it originated, who thought of it, and why it matters.
Author: David Berlinski, PH.D.
Format: Hardback
Number of Pages: 210
From the acclaimed author of "A Tour of the Calculus "and" The Advent of the Algorithm, " here is a riveting look at mathematics that reveals a hidden world in some of its most fundamental concepts. In his latest foray into mathematics, David Berlinski takes on the simplest questions that can be asked: What is a number? How do addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division actually work? What are geometry and logic? As he delves into these subjects, he discovers and lucidly describes the beauty and complexity behind their seemingly simple exteriors, making clear how and why these mercurial, often slippery concepts are essential to who we are. Filled with illuminating historical anecdotes and asides on some of the most fascinating mathematicians through the ages, "One, Two, Three" is a captivating exploration of the foundation of mathematics: how it originated, who thought of it, and why it matters.
One, Two, Three: Absolutely Elementary Mathematics
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