Mathematical Recreations And Essays

Autor*innen

• W. W. Rouse Ball

Parameter

• 508 Seiten
• 18 Lesestunden

• Mathematik

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The book offers a captivating exploration of mathematical recreations and historical mathematical problems, featuring a variety of illustrated topics such as arithmetical and geometrical puzzles, chessboard games, magic squares, and unique problems like Kirkman's School Girls Problem. It delves into significant concepts including the Parallel Postulate, Mersenne's Numbers, and theories of matter and ether. This edition aims to make these classic works accessible, preserving the original text and artwork for modern readers.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2009
• Einband: Hardcover