عنوان

The mathematics of various entertaining subjects.

(Number (ISBN

0691194416

(Number (ISBN

9780691194417

Erroneous ISBN

9780691182575

Title Proper

The mathematics of various entertaining subjects.

General Material Designation

[Book]

First Statement of Responsibility

edited by Jennifer Beineke & Jason Rosenhouse ; with a foreword by Manjul Bhargava.

Volume Designation

Volume 3,dollar5The magic of mathematics /

Place of Publication, Distribution, etc.

Princeton :

Name of Publisher, Distributor, etc.

Princeton University Press,

Date of Publication, Distribution, etc.

[2019]

Date of Publication, Distribution, etc.

©2019

Specific Material Designation and Extent of Item

1 online resource :

Other Physical Details

illustrations (some color)

Text of Note

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Text of Note

The history of mathematics is replete with examples of major breakthroughs resulting from the solutions to recreational problems. The modern theory of probability arose out of problems of concern to gamblers, for example, and modern combinatorics grew out of various games and puzzles. Despite this track record and a wealth of popular-level books, research in recreational mathematics has often been neglected. The Mathematics of Various Entertaining Subjects remedies this situation and returns with an all-new third volume, presenting further research into diverse areas of recreational mathematics. This third volume focuses on four areas: puzzles and brainteasers, games, algebra and number theory, and geometry and topology. Among the many topics, readers will create Spiral Galaxies (Japanese symmetric grid puzzles consisting of squares and circles) whose solutions are letters and numbers, delve into a paradox in the game of Bingo, examine the card tricks of mathematician-philosopher Charles Sanders Peirce, and learn about the mathematics behind Legos. Elucidating the many connections between mathematics and games, The Mathematics of Various Entertaining Subjects is sure to challenge and inspire mathematicians and math enthusiasts.

Source for Acquisition/Subscription Address

JSTOR

Stock Number

22573/ctvd4mg0m

Mathematics.

MATHEMATICS-- Essays.

MATHEMATICS-- Pre-Calculus.

MATHEMATICS-- Recreations & Games.

MATHEMATICS-- Reference.

Mathematics.

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Edition

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Beineke, Jennifer

Rosenhouse, Jason

Date of Transaction

20200822123229.0

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[Book]

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