As Easy As Pi

Stuff about numbers that isn't (just) maths

von Jamie Buchan

176 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Taking a quirky and insightful look at the world of numbers, As Easy As Pi will delight and entertain any number enthusiast.In this day and age it's hard to imagine a world without numbers. Our lives are centred around commerce and money, and it is the only language that's the same the world over. However, did you know that for a long period of time people could not get their heads around the idea of zero, a figure representing nothing, and that it was even regarded as heretical in some circles? As Easy As Pi is an entertaining and accessible guide, written for those who love numbers - and those who don't - and uncovers a great deal of lore and intriguing information. Including:- Snippets of fascinating numerical facts - Myths and mysticism in the world of numbers- Numbers in language and used as slang- Pop culture trivia - Useful mathematical rules to remember

• Reihe: Michael O'Mara
• ISBN: 9781782434337
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 25.06.2015
• Größe: 198 x 126 mm
• Verlag: Michael O'Mara Books Ltd