Math's infinite mysteries unfold in this new paperback edition of the bestselling TheMath Book. Beginning millions of years ago with ancient ��nt odometers��and moving through time to our modern-day quest for new dimensions, prolific polymath Clifford Pickover covers 250 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.
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