ENGLISH

The Pleasures of Counting [INCOMPLETE]

By T. W. Körner

Book information

Year
1996
ISBN
0521568234, 9780521568234, 052156087X, 9780521560870
LCC
QA93 .K65 1996
Language
english
Format
DJVU
Filesize
3 MB (2850816 bytes)
Edition
First Edition
Pages
544\0
Time added
2011-06-04 13:46:07

Description

In this engaging and readable book, Dr. K?rner describes a variety of lively topics that continue to intrigue professional mathematicians. The topics range from the design of anchors and the Battle of the Atlantic to the outbreak of cholera in Victorian Soho. The author uses relatively simple terms and ideas, yet explains difficulties and avoids condescension. If you are a mathematician who wants to explain to others how you spend your working days, then seek inspiration here. This book will appeal to everyone interested in the uses of mathematics.

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