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1	Logicomix: An Epic Search for Truth more books like this by Apostolos Doxiadis, Christos Papadimitriou add to wishlist This innovative, dramatic graphic novel recounts the spiritual odyssey of philosopher Bertrand Russell. In his agonized search for absolute truth, Russell crosses paths with legendary thinkers and finds a passionate student in the great Ludwig Wittgenstein. see all copies from $16.55! new only from $16.55! \| SVS
2	The Golden Ratio: The Story of Phi, the World's Most Astonishing Number more books like this by Mario Livio add to wishlist An astrophysicist demonstrates the beauty and prevalence of a single geometric concept to the intelligent layperson, and discusses what it has meant to philosophers, scientists, and artists throughout history. The mathematician Euclid discovered over 2,000 years ago that, when a line is cut into two unequal lengths such that the ratio between the ... see all copies from $3.45! new only from $7.18! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
3	Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea more books like this by Charles Seife add to wishlist Born in Babylonia, the Zero has donned many different hats--accountant, god, devil, infinity--and has elicited as many different responses from people across the ages. Seife's scientific yet accessible text explores the biography of this enigmatic number. Winner of the 2001 PEN Award for First Non-Fiction. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.59! \| first editions \| SVS
4	Fermat's Enigma: The Epic Quest to Solve the World's Greatest Mathematical Problem more books like this by Simon Singh add to wishlist Compelling, dramatic, and entirely accessible, "Fermat's Enigma" is a mesmerizing tale of heartbreak and mastery, and one that will forever change the reader's feelings about mathematics. Simon Singh co-produced an award-winning documentary film on Fermat's Last Theorem that aired on PBS's "Nova" series. 21 illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.29! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
5	Nature of Mathematics more books like this by Karl J Smith add to wishlist This edition marks the 23rd anniversary of the publication of this book. Since the first edition, this text has helped liberal arts students experience mathematics rather than just do problems, and become involved with the concepts rather than just get the right answers. Now in its eighth edition, this text goes farther in helping students master ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.01! \| first editions \| SVS
6	A history of mathematics more books like this by Carl B Boyer add to wishlist "Boyer and Merzbach distill thousands of years of mathematics into this fascinating chronicle. From the Greeks to Godel, the mathematics is brilliant; the cast of characters is distinguished; the ebb and flow of ideas is everywhere evident. And, while tracing the development of European mathematics, the authors do not overlook the contributions of ... see all copies from $5.99! new only from $16.45! \| first editions \| SVS
7	E: The Story of a Number more books like this by Eli Maor add to wishlist The story of pi has been told many times, both in scholarly works and in popular books. But its close relative, the number e, has fared less well. Despite the central role it plays in mathematics, its history has never before been written for a general audience. The present work fills this gap. Geared to the reader with only a modest background in ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.00! \| first editions \| SVS
8	History of Mathematics: An Introduction more books like this by David M Burton add to wishlist "The History of Mathematics: An Introduction, Seventh Edition", is written for the one- or two-semester math history course taken by juniors or seniors, and covers the history behind the topics typically covered in an undergraduate math curriculum or in elementary schools or high schools. Elegantly written in David Burton's imitable prose, this ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $68.18! \| first editions \| SVS
9	God Created the Integers: The Mathematical Breakthroughs That Changed History more books like this by Stephen Hawking (Editor) add to wishlist Pulled together for the first time, and paired with commentary from the worlds most respected scholars, God Created the Integers presents historys extraordinary moments in math, culled from 2,500 years of history and 21 distinguished mathematicians, four more than the hardcover edition. Each chapter begins with a profile of one of these ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.97! \| first editions \| SVS
10	The Heart of Mathematics: An Invitation to Effective Thinking more books like this by Edward B Burger, Mike Starbird add to wishlist Make mathematics fun and satisfying for everyone. Math can be a living source of powerful ideas that transcend mathematics; a window into mind-opening philosophical concepts such as infinity, fourth dimensions, chaos, and fractals; and, a practical training ground for developing skills in analysis, reasoning, and thought - if you have the right ... see all copies from $6.20! new only from $45.34! \| SVS
11 view cover	What is Mathematics? An elementary approach to ideas and methods more books like this by Richard Courant, Herbert Robbins add to wishlist For more than two thousand years a familiarity with mathematics has been regarded as an indispensable part of the intellectual equipment of every cultured person. Today, unfortunately, the traditional place of mathematics in education is in grave danger. The teaching and learning of mathematics has degenerated into the realm of rote memorization, ... see all copies from $7.44! new only from $15.00! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	How to Prepare for the SAT more books like this by Sharon Weiner Green, Ira K Wolf, PH.D. add to wishlist This brand-new edition presents one diagnostic test and six full-length practice SATs, all of which reflect the new SAT in length, question types, and degree of difficulty. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.90!
13 view cover	Mathematics: Its Power and Utility more books like this by Karl J Smith add to wishlist "Mathematics: Its Power and Utility, 9e", combines a uniquely practical focus on real-world problem solving with a thorough and effective grounding in basic concepts and skills, allowing even the least-interested or worst-prepared student to appreciate the beauty and value of math while mastering course material. The first section of the book ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.15! \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	Is God a Mathematician? more books like this by Mario Livio add to wishlist This fascinating exploration of the great discoveries of history's most important mathematicians seeks an answer to the eternal question: Does mathematics hold the key to understanding the mysteries of the physical world? Illustrations throughout. see all copies from $3.18! new only from $3.18! \| signed copies \| SVS
15 view cover	Five Equations That Changed the World: The Power and Poetry of Mathematics more books like this by Michael Guillen, PH.D. add to wishlist In this title the author profiles five scientific pioneers whose discoveries, summarized in famous equations, had far-reaching impacts. This blend of dramatic biography and intellectual history links the personal lives with the scientific careers of Daniel Bernouli, Isaac Newton, Rudolf Clausius, Michael Faraday, and Albert Einstein. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.53! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Games for Math more books like this by Peggy Kaye add to wishlist From the author of Games for Reading comes a marvelous collection of delightful, easy-to-play, and instructive games for parents and teachers to encourage children's pleasure and skill in math. see all copies from $3.89! new only from $9.81! \| SVS
17 view cover	Mathematical Thought from Ancient to Modern Times more books like this by Morris Kline add to wishlist This comprehensive history traces the development of mathematical ideas and the careers of the mathematicians responsible for them. Volume 1 looks at the discipline's origins in Babylon and Egypt, the creation of geometry and trigonometry by the Greeks, and the role of mathematics in the medieval and early modern periods. Volume 2 focuses on ... see all copies from $2.96! new only from $8.12! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Men of Mathematics more books like this by Eric Temple Bell add to wishlist A collection of biographies describing the lives and achievements of 29 mathematicians. Includes Zeno, Descartes, Fermat, Pascal, Newton, and Leibniz. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.90! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	The Equation That Couldn't Be Solved: How Mathematical Genius Discovered the Language of Symmetry more books like this by Mario Livio add to wishlist From the author of the bestseller The Golden Ratio comes the story of the 4,000-year-long mathematical quest that uncovered the laws of symmetry in nature and the arts. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions
20 view cover	The Emergence of Probability: A Philosophical Study of Early Ideas about Probability, Induction and Statistical Inference more books like this by Ian Hacking add to wishlist Historical records show that there was no real concept of probability in Europe before the mid-seventeenth century, although the use of dice and other randomizing objects was commonplace. Ian Hacking presents a philosophical critique of early ideas about probability, induction, and statistical inference and the growth of this new family of ideas ... see all copies from $15.06! new only from $15.06! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Incompleteness: The Proof and Paradox of Kurt Godel more books like this by Rebecca Goldstein, Ph.D. add to wishlist Considered the 20th century's greatest mathematician, Kurt Godel is the subject of this lucid and accessible study, which explains the significance of his theorems and the remarkable vision behind them, while bringing this eccentric, tortured genius and his world to life. see all copies from $3.54! new only from $8.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
22 view cover	A History of Mathematics: An Introduction more books like this by Victor J Katz add to wishlist Provides a world view of mathematics, balancing ancient, early modern and modern history. Problems are taken from their original sources, enabling students to understand how mathematicians in various times and places solved mathematical problems. In this new edition a more global perspective is taken, integrating more non-Western coverage ... see all copies from $6.55! new only from $65.52! \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	How to Solve It: A New Aspect of Mathematical Method more books like this by George Polya add to wishlist A perennial bestseller by eminent mathematician G. Polya, "How to Solve It" will show anyone in any field how to think straight. In lucid and appealing prose, Polya reveals how the mathematical method of demonstrating a proof or finding an unknown can be of help in attacking any problem that can be "reasoned" out - from building a bridge to ... see all copies from $10.00! new only from $11.58! \| SVS
24 view cover	Einstein's Heroes: Imagining the World Through the Language of Mathematics more books like this by Robyn Arianrhod add to wishlist Blending science, history, and biography, this book reveals the mysteries of mathematics, focusing on the life and work of three of Albert Einstein's heroes: Isaac Newton, Michael Faraday, and James Clerk Maxwell. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.82! \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	An Introduction to the History of Mathematics more books like this by Howard Whitley Eves add to wishlist This classic best-seller by a well-known author introduces mathematics history to mathematics students. Suggested essay topics and problem studies challenge students. "Cultural Connections" sections explain the time and culture in which mathematics developed and evolved. Portraits of mathematicians and material on women in mathematics are of ... see all copies from $3.73! new only from $68.64! \| first editions \| SVS

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