Archimedes' Revenge: The Joys and Perils of Mathematics Book + PRICE WATCH * Amazon pricing is not included in price watch

Archimedes' Revenge: The Joys and Perils of Mathematics Book

Archimedes' Revenge is an extremely accessible, lighthearted account of a number of mathematical topics, many with modern interest, such as complexity theory. Hoffman quotes living mathematicians extensively, giving the reader a feel for the nature of the mathematical community and insight into how this community attempts to resolve open questions. This book is low in mathematical rigor, making it suitable for any interested reader. Read More

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  • Product Description

    Syndicated columnist Paul Hoffman provides an acclaimed account of the world of modern mathematicians in the bestselling tradition of accessible scientists Stephen Jay Gould and Tracey Kidder. "An extremely clever account".--The New Yorker.

  • 0449000893
  • 9780449000892
  • Paul Hoffman
  • 1 July 1997
  • Ballantine Books (P)
  • Paperback (Book)
  • 285
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