The Little Book of Mathematical Principles

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2008
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The Little Book of Mathematical Principles explains over 120 laws, principles, equations, paradoxes and theorems that are the foundation of modern mathematics. Making serious maths simple, it explains Fibonacci numbers, Zeno's paradoxes and Euclid's Elements, as well as those essentials such as chaos theory, game theory and, of course, the game of life.This book is arranged in chronological order and is excellent either for dipping into or for reading from cover to cover for a thorough and engaging understanding of mathematics.

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The Little Book of Mathematical Principles explains over 120 laws, principles, equations, paradoxes and theorems that are the foundation of modern mathematics. Making serious maths simple, it explains Fibonacci numbers, Zeno's paradoxes and Euclid's Elements, as well as those essentials such as chaos theory, game theory and, of course, the game of life.This book is arranged in chronological order and is excellent either for dipping into or for reading from cover to cover for a thorough and engaging understanding of mathematics.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 224
Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd
Published: 31 Oct 2008
ISBN 10: 1847730604
ISBN 13: 9781847730602

Author Bio

Dr Robert Solomon has written over 30 books, including several textbooks. He has conducted research into mathematical logic and set theory and has taught at schools and universities in the United Kingdom and Africa.