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The bestselling author of Zero shows how mathematical misinformation pervadesand shapesour daily lives.According to MSNBC, having a child makes you stupid. You actually lose IQ points. Good Morning America has announced that natural blondes will be extinct within two hundred years. Pundits estimated that there were more than a million demonstrators at a tea party rally in Washington, D.C., even though roughly sixty thousand were there. Numbers have peculiar powersthey can disarm skeptics, befuddle journalists, and hoodwink the public into believing almost anything.'Proofiness,' as Charles Seife explains in this eyeopening book, is the art of using pure mathematics for impure ends, and he reminds readers that bad mathematics has a dark side. It is used to bring down beloved government officials and to appoint undeserving ones (both Democratic and Republican), to convict the innocent and acquit the guilty, to ruin our economy, and to fix the outcomes of future elections. This penetrating look at the intersection of math and society will appeal to readers of Freakonomics and the books of Malcolm Gladwell.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Proofiness: The Dark Arts of Mathematical Deception'? A: The book explores how mathematical misinformation influences our daily lives and decision-making, highlighting the misuse of numbers in various societal contexts.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Proofiness' is Charles Seife, who is also known for his bestselling book 'Zero'.
- Q: What type of book is 'Proofiness'? A: 'Proofiness' is a hardcover reference book that delves into the intersection of mathematics and society.
- Q: How many pages does 'Proofiness' have? A: 'Proofiness' consists of 304 pages.
- Q: When was 'Proofiness' published? A: 'Proofiness' was published on September 23, 2010.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Proofiness' is available as a used book in good condition.
- Q: What is the book's target audience? A: The book is aimed at readers interested in the impact of mathematics on society, particularly those who enjoy works like 'Freakonomics' and books by Malcolm Gladwell.
- Q: What are some key features of 'Proofiness'? A: Key features include its examination of the dark side of mathematics, the art of using math for deceptive purposes, and its engaging writing style.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of 'Proofiness'? A: Yes, this book is the first edition.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'Proofiness'? A: Readers can expect to learn about the manipulation of numbers in media, politics, and economics, and how to recognize and challenge mathematical misinformation.