Author

Court, Nathan A.

Title

Mathematics in Fun and in Earnest

Publ

NAL-Mentor/NY

Yr

1961

Edition

1^st Printing

Illustrator

Binding

Softcover

Book Condition

Contents are Good+ except slightly browned througout. Edges are age/dust darkened.

Softcover is Good. Edges have light wear. Light scratches and small dents on front & back. Hinges are creased

Jacket Condition

Size

4x7"

Description

192 Pages.

Main Chapters:

                                        I.      Mathematics and Philosophy

1. Some Philosophical Aspects of Mathematics

2. Geometry and Experience

3. The Might and Flight of Reasoning

4. Plane Geometry and Plain Logic

                                       II.      Some Sociologic Aspects of Mathematics

1. Mathematics and Civilization

2. Mathematics and Genius

                                      III.      The Lure of the Infinite

1. The Vagaries of the Infinite

2. The Infinite in Geometry

3. The Motionless Arrow

                                    IV.      Mathesis The Beautiful

1. Mathematics and Esthetics

2. Art and mathematics

                                     V.      Mathematics and the Mathematician

1. Is Mathematics an Exact Science?

2. Perplexities of a Potato-Pusher

3. Geometrical Magic

                                    VI.      Mathematical Asides

1. Mathematical Asides

2. The Figure of the Bride

3. Running Around in Circles

4. Too Many?

                                   VII.      Mathematics as Recreation

1. Mathematical Folklore

2. Famous Problems

3. Without the Benefit of Paper and Pencil

Synopsis

If mathematics has always been a mystery to you, this is a book that will both surprise and fascinate you. In lucid and witty language, on of the world's foremost geometers covers the field, including a wide range and variety of topics—from the philosophy of mathematics to mathematical folklore to a theoretical discussion of whether mathematicians are human.

Other info

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Math philosophy