Originally published in 1946, this book explains important aspects of the world through the lens of mathematics. McKay discusses important questions such as time, the size of the earth and 'numbers that mean too much' in language that is enthusiastic and easily accessible to non-mathematicians. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of mathematics.
| ISBN-13: | 9781107494992 |
| ISBN-10: | 1107494990 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press |
| Publication date: | 2015-04-02 |
| Edition description: | 1 |
| Pages: | 208 |
| Product dimensions: | Height: 7.8 Inches, Length: 5.08 Inches, Weight: 0.5070632026 Pounds, Width: 0.47 Inches |
| Author: | Herbert McKay |
| Language: | en |
| Binding: | Paperback |
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