Mathematics and the Imagination. Book Summary

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Edward Kasner, James Newman

What’s inside

This classic book explores mathematical concepts and their applications, making them accessible to the layperson through wit and storytelling.

You’ll Learn

  • Enhanced appreciation for the beauty of mathematics
  • Improved understanding of complex mathematical concepts
  • Stimulated intellectual curiosity about math and its relevance
  • Expanded knowledge on how mathematics intersects with other fields

Key Points

  • The power of mathematical thought
  • Non-Euclidean geometry and its implications
  • Infinite sets and the concept of infinity
  • The role of symmetry in mathematics
  • Mathematical paradoxes and oddities
  • The influence of mathematics on philosophy and art

Who’s it For

  • math enthusiasts
  • students
  • educators
  • anyone interested in popular science

About the author

Edward Kasner was a prominent mathematician, known for coining the term ‘googol’. James Newman was a mathematician and writer.