Paul J. Nahin is the author of many popular math books, including How to Fall Slower Than Gravity, In Praise of Simple Physics, and An Imaginary Tale (all Princeton). He is professor emeritus of electrical engineering at the University of New Hampshire.
"""Genuinely captivating and surprising.""—Popular Science ""A wonderful book for trained math lovers who enjoy the mental stimulation provided by a good mathematics puzzle.""—Harold D. Shane, Library Journal ""Prolific mathematics author Nahin presents a series of thought-provoking probability questions designed to intrigue the reader.""—Choice ""The author's infectious enthusiasm is evident here. . . . Students at various levels and other fans of mathematics will find much to engage their interest and challenge their minds.""—G. A. Heuer, Mathematical Reviews"