Mathmagicians

Mathmagicians

by Johnny Ball
Epub (Kobo - Fixed Layout), Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 01/01/2016

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From ancient mathematicians to modern trailblazers, join television legend Johnny Ball on an incredible and exciting adventure as he teaches you maths!


Numbers are used in everyday life for many vital functions, from making scientific breakthroughs to equally dividing that last piece of pie. Mathematics need not be seen as a dull subject, and this book will help you see exactly that. Adding a fun and wonderful twist to regular modes of learning, Mathmagicians will give you puzzles to solve, conundrums to crack, and cool tricks to show off to friends.


Using fascinating experiments, funky illustrations, and easy-to-follow language, the book narrates the story of how the field of mathematics developed, and shows you why the world cannot function without it. What makes Pi one of the weirdest numbers in the world? How can you weigh your head without chopping it off? How can you build your own cool sundial? Find answers to these questions and much more as you go about becoming a whizz with numbers.


Flip through the bright and colourful pages of Mathmagicians to discover how numbers enable us to explore, plan, and build just about everything.

ISBN:
9780241506530
9780241506530
Category:
Mathematics
Format:
Epub (Kobo - Fixed Layout), Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
01-01-2016
Language:
English
Publisher:
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Johnny Ball

Forty years ago, Johnny Ball wrote his first Think of a Number TV show, which opened the door to a whole new genre of programmes based on maths and science.

He drew in audiences of all ages, and influenced a generation. While Johnny had no formal university experience in mathematics he made it his hobby, and after being a drummer, comedian, comedy writer and TV presenter, he turned this into a second career, one that continues to this day.

Today he lectures on mathematics and science to readers, viewers and listeners of all levels and ages.

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