{"product_id":"9780195157994","title":"Wonders of Numbers: Adventures in Mathematics, Mind, and Meaning","description":"\u003cbr\u003eWho were the five strangest mathematicians in history? What are the ten most interesting numbers? Jam-packed with thought-provoking mathematical mysteries, puzzles, and games, \u003cem\u003eWonders of Numbers\u003c\/em\u003e will enchant even the most left-brained of readers.\u003cp\u003eHosted by the quirky Dr. Googol--who resides on a remote island and occasionally collaborates with Clifford Pickover--\u003cem\u003eWonders of Numbers\u003c\/em\u003e focuses on creativity and the delight of discovery. Here is a potpourri of common and unusual number theory problems of varying difficulty--each presented in brief chapters that convey to readers the essence of the problem rather than its extraneous history. Peppered throughout with illustrations that clarify the problems, \u003cem\u003eWonders of Numbers\u003c\/em\u003e also includes fascinating \"math gossip.\" How would we use numbers to communicate with aliens? Check out Chapter 30. Did you know that there is a Numerical Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder? You'll find it in Chapter 45.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the beautiful formula of India's most famous mathematician to the Leviathan number so big it makes a trillion look small, Dr. Googol's witty and straightforward approach to numbers will entice students, educators, and scientists alike to pick up a pencil and work a problem.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oxford University Press, USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47011550003440,"sku":"9780195157994","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780195157994_p0.jpg?v=1763663677","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780195157994","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}