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Fractals, Googols and Other Mathematical Tales
Theoni Pappas
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Description for Fractals, Googols and Other Mathematical Tales
Paperback. A new treasure trove of stories that make mathematical ideas come to life with an unusual cast of characters. This book explores mathematical concepts and topics such as real numbers, exponents, dimensions, and geometry in both serious and humorous ways. 50 line drawings. Num Pages: 59 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (J) Children / Juvenile; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 216 x 5. Weight in Grams: 211.
A treasure trove of stories that make mathematical ideas come to life. Explores math concepts and topics such as real numbers, exponents, dimensions, the golden rectangle in both serious and humorous ways. Stories such as the parable of p, the number line that fell apart, Leonhard the magic turtle and many others offer an amusing and entertaining way to explore and share mathematical ideas regardless of age or background. The reference section following each story is designed as enrichment information for the concepts presented in each story. Has both kids and adults sections for each topic.
A treasure trove of stories that make mathematical ideas come to life. Explores math concepts and topics such as real numbers, exponents, dimensions, the golden rectangle in both serious and humorous ways. Stories such as the parable of p, the number line that fell apart, Leonhard the magic turtle and many others offer an amusing and entertaining way to explore and share mathematical ideas regardless of age or background. The reference section following each story is designed as enrichment information for the concepts presented in each story. Has both kids and adults sections for each topic.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
Wide World Publishing,U.S. United States
Number of pages
59
Condition
New
Number of Pages
72
Place of Publication
San Carlos, CA, United States
ISBN
9780933174894
SKU
V9780933174894
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 15 to 20 working days
Ref
99-15
About Theoni Pappas
Theoni Pappas is passionate about mathematics. A native Californian, Pappas received her B.A. from the University of California, Berkeley, in 1966 and her M.A. from Stanford University in 1967. She taught high school and college mathematics for nearly two decades, then turned to writing a remarkable series of innovative books which reflect her commitment to demystifying mathematics and making the ... Read more
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