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Hardback. Condition: Good. In The Book of Numbers, two famous mathematicians fascinated by beautiful and intriguing number patterns share their insights and discoveries with each other and with readers. John Conway is the showman, master of mathematical games and flamboyant presentations; Richard Guy is the encyclopedist, always on top of problems waiting to be solved. Together they show us why patterns and properties of numbers have captivated mathematicians and non-mathematicians alike for centuries. The Book of Numbers features Conway and Guy's favorite stories about all the kinds of numbers any of us is likely to encounter, and many others besides. Our aim, the authors write, is to bring to the inquisitive reader.an explanation of the many ways the word 'number' is used. They explore patterns that emerge in arithmetic, algebra, and geometry, describe these patterns' relevance both inside and outside mathematics, and introduce the strange worlds of complex, transcendental, and surreal numbers. This unique book brings together facts, pictures and stories about numbers in a way that no one but an extraordinarily talented pair of mathematicians and writers could do.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. In The Book of Numbers, two famous mathematicians fascinated by beautiful and intriguing number patterns share their insights and discoveries with each other and with readers. John Conway is the showman, master of mathematical games and flamboyant presentations; Richard Guy is the encyclopedist, always on top of problems waiting to be solved. Together they show us why patterns and properties of numbers have captivated mathematicians and non-mathematicians alike for centuries. The Book of Numbers features Conway and Guy's favorite stories about all the kinds of numbers any of us is likely to encounter, and many others besides. Our aim, the authors write, is to bring to the inquisitive reader.an explanation of the many ways the word 'number' is used. They explore patterns that emerge in arithmetic, algebra, and geometry, describe these patterns' relevance both inside and outside mathematics, and introduce the strange worlds of complex, transcendental, and surreal numbers. This unique book brings together facts, pictures and stories about numbers in a way that no one but an extraordinarily talented pair of mathematicians and writers could do.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A perennial bestseller by eminent mathematician G. Polya, How to Solve It will show anyone in any field how to think straight. In lucid and appealing prose, Polya reveals how the mathematical method of demonstrating a proof or finding an unknown can be of help in attacking any problem that can be "reasoned" out--from building a bridge to winning a game of anagrams. Generations of readers have relished Polya's deft--indeed, brilliant--instructions on stripping away irrelevancies and going straight to the heart of the problem. A perennial bestseller by eminent mathematician G. Polya, How to Solve It will show anyone in any field how to think straight. In lucid and appealing prose, Polya reveals how the mathematical method of demonstrating a proof or finding an unknown can be of help in attacking any problem that can be "reasoned" out--from building a bridge to winning a Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Like New. First Edition. First Edition, First Printing. Published by Copernicus, 1995. Octavo. Hardcover. Book is like new. Dust jacket is like new.

Hardcover. Condition: Like New. First Edition. First Edition, Later Printing. Published by Copernicus, 1995. Octavo. Hardcover. Book is like new. No dust jacket.

Trade Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Book shows light wear to covers only. Binding is solid and square, text/interior is clean and free of marking of any kind. 239 pages. Inscribed by Editor, 1984. Keywords: Barl Barth, Barmen, Wuppertal, Ruhr Valley, Nazi Philosophy, German Church Leaders, Support for Hitler, Nazism, German Evangelical Church, German Protestant Church, Barmen Declaration, Lutheran, Reformed, United Church Confessions. Signed by Editor. …

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Soft cover. Condition: As New. No Jacket. Pbk, 232p. Condition as new. [Theologians Great Britain ; Biography] e873 / m11605.

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Condition: Fine. First edition, first printing, 326 pp., Hardcover, fine in a very good dust jacket. - If you are reading this, this item is actually (physically) in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country.…

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