From the mysterious cult of Pythagoras to the awesome mechanics of Stonehenge to the “gargoyles” and fractals on today’s computers, mathematics has always been a powerful, even divine force in the world. In a lively, intelligent synthesis of math, mysticism, and science fiction, Clifford Pickover explains the eternal magic of numbers. Taking a uniquely humorous approach, he appoints readers “Chief Historian” of an intergalactic museum and sends them, along with a quirky cast of characters, hurtling through the ages to explore how individuals used numbers for such purposes as predicting the end of the world, finding love, and winning wars.
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Bahasa Inggeris ● Format EPUB ● Halaman-halaman 288 ● ISBN 9781402774416 ● Saiz fail 9.6 MB ● Penerbit Union Square & Co. ● Diterbitkan 2010 ● Muat turun 24 bulan ● Mata wang EUR ● ID 8513409 ● Salin perlindungan Adobe DRM
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