Joy of X : A Guided Tour of Math, from One to Infinity

Idioma: inglés

Editorial: Houghton Mifflin, 2013

ISBN 10: 0544105850 (ISBN 13: 9780544105850)

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"Delightful . . . easily digestible chapters include plenty of helpful examples and illustrations. You'll never forget the Pythagorean theorem again!"--Scientific American Many people take math in high school and promptly forget much of it. But math plays a part in all of our lives all of the time, whether we know it or not. In The Joy of x, Steven Strogatz expands on his hit New York Times series to explain the big ideas of math gently and clearly, with wit, insight, and brilliant illustrations. Whether he is illuminating how often you should flip your mattress to get the maximum lifespan from it, explaining just how Google searches the internet, or determining how many people you should date before settling down, Strogatz shows how real-world math connects to every aspect of life. Discussing pop culture, medicine, law, philosophy, art, and business, Strogatz is the accessible math teacher you wish you'd had. Whether you aced integral calculus or aren't sure what an integer is, you'll find profound wisdom and persistent delight in The Joy of x. This witty and insightful guide to the big ideas in mathematics reveals: Math in Everyday Life: From how often you should flip your mattress to the surprising principles behind how Google searches the internet. Big Ideas Made Simple: Clear, unforgettable explanations of major concepts like calculus and the Pythagorean theorem, illuminated with brilliant examples. Accessible for Everyone: Whether you aced integral calculus or aren't sure what an integer is, Steven Strogatz is the brilliant and patient teacher you wish you'd had. Unexpected Connections: Discover how mathematical principles connect to pop culture, medicine, law, philosophy, and even the art of settling down.…

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Título
Joy of X : A Guided Tour of Math, from One to Infinity
Autor
Steven Strogatz
Editorial
Houghton Mifflin
Año de publicación
2013
Estado
Fair
Encuadernación
Paperback
Idioma
inglés

World of Books (was SecondSale)

Montgomery, IL, Estados Unidos de America

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Founded in 2002, World of Books is a leading online destination for buying and selling both preloved and new books, committed to making sustainable reading accessible to all. With a mission to help people read more and waste less, World of Books offers a huge range of affordable, high-quality books — giving both new and preloved titles a second life. The company also operates World of Books – Sell Your Books, an easy-to-use platform that allows customers to trade in unwanted books for cash, helping to keep books in circulation while promoting sustainability. As a Certified B Corp, World of Books is driven by a vision to become the world’s largest and most sustainable dedicated online bookstore. The company measures its success through the positive environmental impact it creates, the value it provides to customers, and its ability to operate profitably while supporting its sustainable mission …

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