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FUNdamental mathematics : a voyage into the quirky universe of maths & jokes
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Author
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Abstract
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| Is headbanging a mathematical certainty? Can you turn a pile of batteries into a new proof? Can you use a cannon to beat Googol? What does a mathematician have against giant peas? Mathematics does not have to be boring. On the contrary: it can be very funny. In this book David Eelbode takes you on a fascinating trip to the mathematical concept of space through personal anecdotes, sharp observations and absurd reasoning. To make the difficult parts more understandable he uses a proven concept: humor. The reader of this book will not only learn about mathematics but also about the enigmatic community of people who are working on and in this fascinating world. David Eelbode is able to capture our attention with original and intriguing metaphors. |
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Language
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English
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Publication
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Gent
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Academia Press
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2019
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ISBN
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978-94-014-6261-7
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Volume/pages
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311 p.
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