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THE PLEASURES OF COUNTING By T. W. Korner *Excellent Condition*
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- Condition
- Very Good
- Seller Notes
- ISBN-10
- 0521568234
- Book Title
- The Pleasures of Counting
- Genre
- SCIENCE
- ISBN
- 9780521568234
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
ISBN-10
0521568234
ISBN-13
9780521568234
eBay Product ID (ePID)
275401
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
546 Pages
Publication Name
Pleasures of Counting
Language
English
Subject
Counting & Numeration, General
Publication Year
1996
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Mathematics
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
1.2 in
Item Weight
37.4 Oz
Item Length
9.6 in
Item Width
7.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
97-108334
TitleLeading
The
Dewey Edition
21
Reviews
' ... well-researched book ... It is aimed at anyone who is willing to remember school mathematics. A cracking good tale: buy it for your children and read it yourself.' Mathematika, ' … well-researched book … It is aimed at anyone who is willing to remember school mathematics. A cracking good tale: buy it for your children and read it yourself.' Mathematika, "...a wonderful book, a must for all those interested in mathematics and a treasure trove for those who want to enthuse future generations of youngsters for the beauty of our field." Paul Embrechts, JASA, "This extremely enjoyable book aims to introduce the casual or 'mathematics for poets' reader to some interesting ways in which mathematics arises in the real world...contains a large number of entertaing anecdotes and quotations, especially about military history, as well as a list of recommendations for further reading and full source of information about the quotations." J.S. Joel, Mathematical Reviews, "Korner provides interesting insights to the solving of Enigma messages and cryptology generally, and to other fascinating non-cryptologic subjects." Cryptologia, '... a glorious celebration of mathematics as a way of getting to grips with the world around us, employing a seamless mix of history, abstract thought and applications.' Ian Stewart, New Scientist, ‘This is a marvelous book which I commend to all mathematicians and students of mathematics.’C. M. Elliott, Mathematics Today, ‘… a glorious celebration of mathematics as a way of getting to grips with the world around us, employing a seamless mix of history, abstract thought and applications.’Ian Stewart, New Scientist, 'This is a marvelous book which I commend to all mathematicians and students of mathematics.' C. M. Elliott, Mathematics Today, 'If you have ever wondered what it is that mathemeticians do and why they do it then this may be the book for you.' L'Enseignement Mathématique, '… a real gem of a book … I don't recommend a book this strongly very often - if you have any interest in maths at whatever level and for any reason go out and buy a copy!' Computer Shopper, '... a real gem of a book ... I don't recommend a book this strongly very often - if you have any interest in maths at whatever level and for any reason go out and buy a copy!' Computer Shopper, 'This is real mathematics, not the watered down versions served in 'maths for liberal arts' courses … Not just maths lovers, but a much larger audience, should enjoy Krner's witty prose and enlightening comments, numerous historical passages and anecdotes. I would particularly recommend the book to all maths teachers.' Arturo Sangalli, New Scientist, ‘If you have ever wondered what it is that mathemeticians do and why they do it then this may be the book for you.’L’Enseignement Mathématique, "Körner provides interesting insights to the solving of Enigma messages and cryptology generally, and to other fascinating non-cryptologic subjects." Cryptologia, "Korner, is an experienced teacher, and he has written his book in the expectation that once snared by mathematics, the reader will be forever enslaved....It is an entirely commendable project, one that Korner executes very well." David Berlinski, The Sciences, 'If you have ever wondered what it is that mathemeticians do and why they do it then this may be the book for you.' L'Enseignement Mathmatique, "K rner provides interesting insights to the solving of Enigma messages and cryptology generally, and to other fascinating non-cryptologic subjects." Cryptologia, 'This is real mathematics, not the watered down versions served in 'maths for liberal arts' courses ... Not just maths lovers, but a much larger audience, should enjoy Körner's witty prose and enlightening comments, numerous historical passages and anecdotes. I would particularly recommend the book to all maths teachers.' Arturo Sangalli, New Scientist, 'This is a marvelous book which I commend to all mathematicians and students of mathematics.'C. M. Elliott, Mathematics Today, ‘This is real mathematics, not the watered down versions served in ‘maths for liberal arts’ courses … Not just maths lovers, but a much larger audience, should enjoy Körner’s witty prose and enlightening comments, numerous historical passages and anecdotes. I would particularly recommend the book to all maths teachers.’Arturo Sangalli, New Scientist, '… a glorious celebration of mathematics as a way of getting to grips with the world around us, employing a seamless mix of history, abstract thought and applications.' Ian Stewart, New Scientist, ‘ … well-researched book … It is aimed at anyone who is willing to remember school mathematics. A cracking good tale: buy it for your children and read it yourself.’Mathematika, ‘… a real gem of a book … I don’t recommend a book this strongly very often - if you have any interest in maths at whatever level and for any reason go out and buy a copy!’Computer Shopper
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
510
Table Of Content
Preface; Part I. The Uses of Abstraction: 1. Unfeeling statistics; 2. Prelude to a battle; 3. Blackett; 4. Aircraft versus submarine; Part II. Meditations on Measurement: 5. Biology in a darkened room; 6. Physics in a darkened room; 7. Subtle is the Lord; 8. A Quaker mathematician; 9. Richardson on war; Part III. The Pleasures of Computation: 10. Some classic algorithms; 11. Some modern algorithms; 12. Deeper matters; 13. Enigma; 14. The Poles; 15. Bletchley; 16. Echoes; Part IV. The Pleasures of Thought: 17. Time and chance; 18. Two mathematics lessons; 19. Last thoughts; Appendix A. Further reading; Appendix B. Sources; Appendix C. Some notations; Bibliography; Index.
Synopsis
What is the connection between the outbreak of cholera in Victorian Soho, the Battle of the Atlantic, African Eve and the design of anchors? One answer is that they are all examples chosen by Dr Tom Körner to show how a little mathematics can shed light on the world around us, and deepen our understanding of it. Dr Körner, an experienced author, describes a variety of topics which continue to interest professional mathematicians, like him. He does this using relatively simple terms and ideas, yet confronting difficulties (which are often the starting point for new discoveries) and avoiding condescension. If you have ever wondered what it is that mathematicians do, and how they go about it, then read on. If you are a mathematician wanting to explain to others how you spend your working days (and nights), then seek inspiration here., In this engaging and readable book, Dr. K rner describes a variety of lively topics that continue to intrigue professional mathematicians. The topics range from the design of anchors and the Battle of the Atlantic to the outbreak of cholera in Victorian Soho. The author uses relatively simple terms and ideas, yet explains difficulties and avoids condescension. If you are a mathematician who wants to explain to others how you spend your working days, then seek inspiration here. This book will appeal to everyone interested in the uses of mathematics., What is the connection between the outbreak of cholera in Victorian Soho, the Battle of the Atlantic and the design of anchors? They all show how a little mathematics can shed light on the world around us. If you have ever wondered what mathematicians do, then read on. Mathematicians wanting to explain to others how they spend their working days (and nights) should seek inspiration here.
LC Classification Number
QA93 .K65 1996
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