The Magic of Math: Solving for X and Figuring Out Why

by Arthur T. Benjamin

Book Overview

The world's greatest mental mathematical magician takes us on a spellbinding journey through the wonders of numbers (and more)

"Arthur Benjamin . . . joyfully shows you how to make nature's numbers dance." -- Bill Nye (the science guy)

The Magic of Math is the math book you wish you had in school. Using a delightful assortment of examples-from ice-cream scoops and poker hands to measuring mountains and making magic squares-this...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0465096212
• ISBN13: 9780465096213
• Release Date: September 2016
• Publisher: Basic Books
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.4" x 8.1"