Fractals, Googols, and Other Mathematical Tales

Fractals, Googols, and Other Mathematical Tales
by Theoni Pappas

Fractals, Googols, and Other Mathematical Tales
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Author: Theoni Pappas
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1993-02-16
ISBN: 0933174896
Number of pages: 72
Publisher: Wide World Publishing, Tetra

Summary of Fractals, Googols, and Other Mathematical Tales

A new treasure trove of stories that make mathematical ideas come to life with an unusual cast of characters. This book explores mathematical concepts and topics such as real numbers, exponents, dimensions, and geometry in both serious and humorous ways. 50 line drawings.

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