The Joy of Mathematics - by Theoni Pappas (Paperback)

About the Book

Part of the joy of mathematics is that it is everywhere-in soap bubbles, electricity, da Vinci's masterpieces, even in an ocean wave. Designed to be opened at random...it's mini essays are self-contained providing the reader with an enjoyable way to explore and experience mathematics at its best.

Book Synopsis

Part of the joy of mathematics is that it is everywhere-in soap bubbles, electricity, da Vinci's masterpieces, even in an ocean wave. Written by the well-known mathematics teacher consultant, this volume's collection of over 200 clearly illustrated mathematical ideas, concepts, puzzles, and games shows where they turn up in the "real" world. You'll find out what a googol is, visit hotel infinity, read a thorny logic problem that was stumping them back in the 8th century.

THE JOY OF MATHEMATICS is designed to be opened at random...it's mini essays are self-contained providing the reader with an enjoyable way to explore and experience mathematics at its best.

Review Quotes

"...Pappas demystifies mathematics in a collection of miniature essays

called The Joy of Mathematics." -- The New York Times

"Approach goes far beyond the usual mechanical presentation, linking

math to vital, everyday life and adding cultural and historical influences

to connect math concepts to realistic challenges...fun rather than

tedious." -- The Bookwatch

"The Joy of Mathematics presents the world of mathematics to readers

in a fresh, original way. For any reader, mathematician or not...easily

readable by all...readily usable for enrichment ... highly recommend it."

-- The Mathematics Teacher

"... designed to help the reader become aware of the inseparable

relationship of mathematics and the world by presenting glimpses and

images of mathematics in the many facets of our lives." --Science News

"Rarely does one come across books on mathematics with such

breadth, beauty, and insight. Pappas' books always contain fascinating

and valuable information--not only for the curious students and

laypeople--but also for the seasoned researcher."

--Clifford Pickover,

author of Computers & The Imagination

"the Joy Of Mathematics & More Joy Of Mathematics add up to the

most fun you've had in a long time." --Book-of-the-Month Club