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Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. In studying mathematics, one can encounter surprises, whether in results that seem astonishing or in proofs that lead down unexpected paths. Over his career, the author came across many such gems. This book includes his favorites and invites readers to experience the same sense of wonder they inspired in him.Here are results about number theory, Euclidean geometry, trigonometry, algebra, and infinite series, with stories from the history of mathematics added to the mix. There are theorems from such masters as Euler, Newton, and Ramanujan, while some lesser known mathematicians get their moments in the spotlight. Although the author does not avoid technical details, his narrative style makes the book accessible to anyone with an interest in mathematics. [This book] is irresistibly fun. It has everything youd expect from Dunham: delightful math and charming stories, all delivered with his trademark clarity, wit, and enthusiasm. - Steven Strogatz, Cornell University, and author of Infinite PowersThis is a great read, tremendously entertaining (and informative). Dunham is truly the master of us all with regards to writing about fascinating mathematics.- Clifford Taubes, Harvard UniversityAs always, Dunhams unique gift for mathematical storytelling shines through. [His] enthusiasm for mathematics jumps off the page and sweeps his reader along on a joyous intellectual ride. - Linda McGuire, Muhlenberg CollegeAs the books title promises, unexpected results abound. I encourage you to let Dunham be your guide to some of the wonders of mathematics you are in for an intellectual treat.- Howard Stone, Princeton University [His] enthusiasm for mathematics jumps off the page and sweeps his reader along on a joyous intellectual ride. - Linda McGuire, Muhlenberg CollegeAs the books title promises, unexpected results abound. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condizione: New. In studying mathematics, one can encounter surprises, whether in results that seem astonishing or in proofs that lead down unexpected paths.  Over his career, the author came across many such gems.  This book includes his favorites and invites readers to experience the same sense of wonder they inspired in him.Here are results about number theory, Euclidean geometry, trigonometry, algebra, and infinite series, with stories from the history of mathematics added to the mix.  There are theorems from such masters as Euler, Newton, and Ramanujan, while some lesser known mathematicians get their moments in the spotlight.  Although the author does not avoid technical details, his narrative style makes the book accessible to anyone with an interest in mathematics. "[This book] is irresistibly fun. It has everything you'd expect from Dunham: delightful math and charming stories, all delivered with his trademark clarity, wit, and enthusiasm." -    Steven Strogatz, Cornell University, and author of Infinite Powers"This is a great read, tremendously entertaining (and informative).  Dunham is truly the master of us all with regards to writing about fascinating mathematics."-    Clifford Taubes, Harvard University"As always, Dunham's unique gift for mathematical storytelling shines through. [His] enthusiasm for mathematics jumps off the page and sweeps his reader along on a joyous intellectual ride."  -    Linda McGuire, Muhlenberg College"As the book's title promises, unexpected results abound.  I encourage you to let Dunham be your guide to some of the wonders of mathematics - you are in for an intellectual treat.-    Howard Stone, Princeton University.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. In studying mathematics, one can encounter surprises, whether in results that seem astonishing or in proofs that lead down unexpected paths.  Over his career, the author came across many such gems.  This book includes his favorites and invites readers to experience the same sense of wonder they inspired in him.Here are results about number theory, Euclidean geometry, trigonometry, algebra, and infinite series, with stories from the history of mathematics added to the mix.  There are theorems from such masters as Euler, Newton, and Ramanujan, while some lesser known mathematicians get their moments in the spotlight.  Although the author does not avoid technical details, his narrative style makes the book accessible to anyone with an interest in mathematics. "[This book] is irresistibly fun. It has everything you'd expect from Dunham: delightful math and charming stories, all delivered with his trademark clarity, wit, and enthusiasm." -    Steven Strogatz, Cornell University, and author of Infinite Powers"This is a great read, tremendously entertaining (and informative).  Dunham is truly the master of us all with regards to writing about fascinating mathematics."-    Clifford Taubes, Harvard University"As always, Dunham's unique gift for mathematical storytelling shines through. [His] enthusiasm for mathematics jumps off the page and sweeps his reader along on a joyous intellectual ride."  -    Linda McGuire, Muhlenberg College"As the book's title promises, unexpected results abound.  I encourage you to let Dunham be your guide to some of the wonders of mathematics - you are in for an intellectual treat.-    Howard Stone, Princeton University.…

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Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. In studying mathematics, one can encounter surprises, whether in results that seem astonishing or in proofs that lead down unexpected paths. Over his career, the author came across many such gems. This book includes his favorites and invites readers to experience the same sense of wonder they inspired in him.Here are results about number theory, Euclidean geometry, trigonometry, algebra, and infinite series, with stories from the history of mathematics added to the mix. There are theorems from such masters as Euler, Newton, and Ramanujan, while some lesser known mathematicians get their moments in the spotlight. Although the author does not avoid technical details, his narrative style makes the book accessible to anyone with an interest in mathematics. [This book] is irresistibly fun. It has everything youd expect from Dunham: delightful math and charming stories, all delivered with his trademark clarity, wit, and enthusiasm. - Steven Strogatz, Cornell University, and author of Infinite PowersThis is a great read, tremendously entertaining (and informative). Dunham is truly the master of us all with regards to writing about fascinating mathematics.- Clifford Taubes, Harvard UniversityAs always, Dunhams unique gift for mathematical storytelling shines through. [His] enthusiasm for mathematics jumps off the page and sweeps his reader along on a joyous intellectual ride. - Linda McGuire, Muhlenberg CollegeAs the books title promises, unexpected results abound. I encourage you to let Dunham be your guide to some of the wonders of mathematics you are in for an intellectual treat.- Howard Stone, Princeton University [His] enthusiasm for mathematics jumps off the page and sweeps his reader along on a joyous intellectual ride. - Linda McGuire, Muhlenberg CollegeAs the books title promises, unexpected results abound. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condizione: New. In studying mathematics, one can encounter surprises, whether in results that seem astonishing or in proofs that lead down unexpected paths.  Over his career, the author came across many such gems.  This book includes his favorites and invites readers to experience the same sense of wonder they inspired in him.Here are results about number theory, Euclidean geometry, trigonometry, algebra, and infinite series, with stories from the history of mathematics added to the mix.  There are theorems from such masters as Euler, Newton, and Ramanujan, while some lesser known mathematicians get their moments in the spotlight.  Although the author does not avoid technical details, his narrative style makes the book accessible to anyone with an interest in mathematics. "[This book] is irresistibly fun. It has everything you'd expect from Dunham: delightful math and charming stories, all delivered with his trademark clarity, wit, and enthusiasm." -    Steven Strogatz, Cornell University, and author of Infinite Powers"This is a great read, tremendously entertaining (and informative).  Dunham is truly the master of us all with regards to writing about fascinating mathematics."-    Clifford Taubes, Harvard University"As always, Dunham's unique gift for mathematical storytelling shines through. [His] enthusiasm for mathematics jumps off the page and sweeps his reader along on a joyous intellectual ride."  -    Linda McGuire, Muhlenberg College"As the book's title promises, unexpected results abound.  I encourage you to let Dunham be your guide to some of the wonders of mathematics - you are in for an intellectual treat.-    Howard Stone, Princeton University.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. In studying mathematics, one can encounter surprises, whether in results that seem astonishing or in proofs that lead down unexpected paths. Over his career, the author came across many such gems. This book includes his favorites and invites readers to experience the same sense of wonder they inspired in him.Here are results about number theory, Euclidean geometry, trigonometry, algebra, and infinite series, with stories from the history of mathematics added to the mix. There are theorems from such masters as Euler, Newton, and Ramanujan, while some lesser known mathematicians get their moments in the spotlight. Although the author does not avoid technical details, his narrative style makes the book accessible to anyone with an interest in mathematics. [This book] is irresistibly fun. It has everything youd expect from Dunham: delightful math and charming stories, all delivered with his trademark clarity, wit, and enthusiasm. - Steven Strogatz, Cornell University, and author of Infinite PowersThis is a great read, tremendously entertaining (and informative). Dunham is truly the master of us all with regards to writing about fascinating mathematics.- Clifford Taubes, Harvard UniversityAs always, Dunhams unique gift for mathematical storytelling shines through. [His] enthusiasm for mathematics jumps off the page and sweeps his reader along on a joyous intellectual ride. - Linda McGuire, Muhlenberg CollegeAs the books title promises, unexpected results abound. I encourage you to let Dunham be your guide to some of the wonders of mathematics you are in for an intellectual treat.- Howard Stone, Princeton University [His] enthusiasm for mathematics jumps off the page and sweeps his reader along on a joyous intellectual ride. - Linda McGuire, Muhlenberg CollegeAs the books title promises, unexpected results abound. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. A Mathematician's Scrapbook | Highlights and Surprises from Across a Career | William Dunham | Taschenbuch | xiv | Englisch | 2026 | Birkhäuser | EAN 9783031814174 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Springer Basel AG in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin, juergen[dot]hartmann[at]springer[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. In studying mathematics, one can encounter surprises, whether in results that seem astonishing or in proofs that lead down unexpected paths.  Over his career, the author came across many such gems.  This book includes his favorites and invites readers to experience the same sense of wonder they inspired in him.Here are results about number theory, Euclidean geometry, trigonometry, algebra, and infinite series, with stories from the history of mathematics added to the mix.  There are theorems from such masters as Euler, Newton, and Ramanujan, while some lesser known mathematicians get their moments in the spotlight.  Although the author does not avoid technical details, his narrative style makes the book accessible to anyone with an interest in mathematics. "[This book] is irresistibly fun. It has everything you'd expect from Dunham: delightful math and charming stories, all delivered with his trademark clarity, wit, and enthusiasm." -    Steven Strogatz, Cornell University, and author of Infinite Powers"This is a great read, tremendously entertaining (and informative).  Dunham is truly the master of us all with regards to writing about fascinating mathematics."-    Clifford Taubes, Harvard University"As always, Dunham's unique gift for mathematical storytelling shines through. [His] enthusiasm for mathematics jumps off the page and sweeps his reader along on a joyous intellectual ride."  -    Linda McGuire, Muhlenberg College"As the book's title promises, unexpected results abound.  I encourage you to let Dunham be your guide to some of the wonders of mathematics - you are in for an intellectual treat.-    Howard Stone, Princeton University.…

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -In studying mathematics, one can encounter surprises, whether in results that seem astonishing or in proofs that lead down unexpected paths. Over his career, the author came across many such gems. This book includes his favorites and invites readers to experience the same sense of wonder they inspired in him.Here are results about number theory, Euclidean geometry, trigonometry, algebra, and infinite series, with stories from the history of mathematics added to the mix. There are theorems from such masters as Euler, Newton, and Ramanujan, while some lesser known mathematicians get their moments in the spotlight. Although the author does not avoid technical details, his narrative style makes the book accessible to anyone with an interest in mathematics.'[This book] is irresistibly fun. It has everything you'd expect from Dunham: delightful math and charming stories, all delivered with his trademark clarity, wit, and enthusiasm.'- Steven Strogatz, Cornell University, and author of Infinite Powers'This is a great read, tremendously entertaining (and informative). Dunham is truly the master of us all with regards to writing about fascinating mathematics.'- Clifford Taubes, Harvard University'As always, Dunham's unique gift for mathematical storytelling shines through. [His] enthusiasm for mathematics jumps off the page and sweeps his reader along on a joyous intellectual ride.' - Linda McGuire, Muhlenberg College'As the book's title promises, unexpected results abound. I encourage you to let Dunham be your guide to some of the wonders of mathematics - you are in for an intellectual treat.- Howard Stone, Princeton University 161 pp. Englisch.…

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -In studying mathematics, one can encounter surprises, whether in results that seem astonishing or in proofs that lead down unexpected paths. Over his career, the author came across many such gems. This book includes his favorites and invites readers to experience the same sense of wonder they inspired in him.Here are results about number theory, Euclidean geometry, trigonometry, algebra, and infinite series, with stories from the history of mathematics added to the mix. There are theorems from such masters as Euler, Newton, and Ramanujan, while some lesser known mathematicians get their moments in the spotlight. Although the author does not avoid technical details, his narrative style makes the book accessible to anyone with an interest in mathematics. '[This book] is irresistibly fun. It has everything you'd expect from Dunham: delightful math and charming stories, all delivered with his trademark clarity, wit, and enthusiasm.' - Steven Strogatz, Cornell University, and author of Infinite Powers'This is a great read, tremendously entertaining (and informative). Dunham is truly the master of us all with regards to writing about fascinating mathematics.'- Clifford Taubes, Harvard University'As always, Dunham's unique gift for mathematical storytelling shines through. [His] enthusiasm for mathematics jumps off the page and sweeps his reader along on a joyous intellectual ride.' - Linda McGuire, Muhlenberg College'As the book's title promises, unexpected results abound. I encourage you to let Dunham be your guide to some of the wonders of mathematics - you are in for an intellectual treat.- Howard Stone, Princeton UniversitySpringer Basel AG in Springer Science + Business Media, Heidelberger Platz 3, 14197 Berlin 176 pp. Englisch.…