Description
Book SynopsisMathematics for the Imagination provides an accessible and entertaining investigation into mathematical problems in the world around us. From world navigation, family trees, and calendars to patterns, tessellations, and number tricks, this informative and fun new book helps you to understand the maths behind real-life questions and rediscover your arithmetical mind.
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Table of ContentsPREFACE ; 1. World Travel ; 2. The Travelling World ; 3. The Geometric Picture ; 4. The World of Archimedes ; 5. Reflections and Curves ; 6. Covering the World ; 7. Possible and Impossible Constructions ; 8. For Conoisseurs ; FURTHER READING ; INDEX
