Secrets Of Mental Math
The Mathemagician's Guide to Lightening Calculation and Amazing Maths Tricks
$29.54
- Paperback
224 pages
- Release Date
15 October 2006
Summary
These simple math secrets and tricks will forever change how you look at the world of numbers. Secrets of Mental Math will have you thinking like a math genius in no time. Get ready to amaze your friends—and yourself—with incredible calculations you never thought you could master, as renowned “mathemagician” Arthur Benjamin shares his techniques for lightning-quick calculations and amazing number tricks.
This book will teach you to do math in your head faster than you ever thought pos…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780307338402 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0307338401 |
| Author: | Arthur Benjamin, Michael Shermer |
| Publisher: | Three Rivers Press |
| Imprint: | Three Rivers Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 224 |
| Release Date: | 15 October 2006 |
| Weight: | 304g |
| Dimensions: | 30mm x 203mm x 133mm |
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Critics Review
“A great introduction to the wonder of numbers, from two superb teachers.”
—Brian Greene, author of The Elegant Universe
“A magical mystery tour of mental mathematics! Fascinating and fun.”
—Joseph Gallian, president of the Mathematical Association of America
“The clearest, simplest, most entertaining, and best book yet on the art of calculating in your head.”
—Martin Gardner, author of Mathematical Magic Show and Mathematical Carnival
“This book can teach you mental math skills that will surprise you and your friends. Better, you will have fun and have valuable practical tools inside your head.”
—Dr. Edward O. Thorp, mathematician and author of Beat the Dealer and Beat the Market
About The Author
Arthur Benjamin
Arthur Benjamin is a professor of mathematics at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California. He is also a professional magician and performs his mixture of math and magic all over the world.
Michael Shermer is host of the Caltech public lecture series, a contributing editor to and monthly columnist of Scientific American, the publisher of Skeptic magazine, and the author of several science books. He lives in Altadena, California.
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