Ponderables Mathematics

An Illustrated History of Numbers

Tom Jackson

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Shelter Publications
01 October 2024

Mathematics & Sciences; Philosophy of mathematics; History of mathematics

Series: Ponderables

Here is the updated essential guide to mathematics, an authoritative reference book and timeline that explores the work of history's greatest mathematicians. These include the teasing genius of Pierre de Fermat, who said he knew the answers but rarely gave them up, the helpful guidance of Fibonacci, whose 13th-century compendium for bookkeepers proved to be a valuable tool for the most high-minded mathematicians, and the fractal pattern discovered by Wacaw Sierpinski now used to plan the route a mailman takes. With a glimpse of the abstract landscapes of infinite numbers and multi-dimensional shapes that these incredible minds explore, we can begin to get beyond school-day sums and understand the true power of mathematics.

By: Tom Jackson
Imprint: Shelter Publications
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2024 Updated Edition
Dimensions: Height: 285mm, Width: 235mm,
ISBN: 9781627951968
ISBN 10: 1627951962
Series: Ponderables
Pages: 144
Publication Date: 01 October 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Tom Jackson is a science writer based in the United Kingdom. Tom specializes in recasting science and technology into lively historical narratives. After almost 20 years of writing, Tom has uncovered a wealth of stories that help create new ways to enjoy learning about science. He studied at the University of Bristol and still lives in the city with his wife and three children.

Reviews for Ponderables Mathematics: An Illustrated History of Numbers

"""An exquisite history of math."" -- The Washington Post ""Do you remember with fondness the thrill of mathematical discovery? Reading the Ponderables Mathematics: An Illustrated History of Numbers is the perfect way to capture the joy you once felt."" -- Bergers Book Reviews ""Fascinating reading to anyone even slightly interested in mathematics and numbers...Both adults and young adults...will very much enjoy this volume...A truly excellent book."" -- Portland Book Review ""This is exactly the kind of engaging book I loved to have in my classroom library -- something a student could pick up and be quickly drawn in to, with the chance of sparking a bigger interest in the subject. It would also be a great coffee table book to have at home for young kids who are beginning to learn about the world around them."" - Teachforever.com"