For centuries, mathematicians the world over have tried, and failed, to solve the zeta-3 problem. Math genius Leonhard Euler attempted it in the 1700s and came up short. The straightforward puzzle considers whether there is a simple symbolic formula for the following: 1+(1/2)^3+(1/3)^3+(1/4)^3+. … But why is this issue-the sum of the reciprocals of the positive integers cubed- so important? With In Pursuit of Zeta-3, popular math writer Paul Nahin investigates the history and significance of this conundrum, an exact solution to which would have critical implications for applications in physics and engineering. Featuring challenge problems with detailed solutions and MAT-LAB code, In Pursuit of Zeta-3 will tantalize math enthusiasts everywhere.