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You may have watched hundreds of episodes of The Simpsons (and its sister show Futurama) without ever realizing that cleverly embedded in many plots are subtle references to mathematics, ranging from wellknown equations to cuttingedge theorems and conjectures. That they exist, Simon Singh reveals, underscores the brilliance of the shows' writers, many of whom have advanced degrees in mathematics in addition to their unparalleled sense of humor.While recounting memorable episodes such as Bart the Genius and Homer3, Singh weaves in mathematical stories that explore everything from p to Mersenne primes, Euler's equation to the unsolved riddle of P v. NP; from perfect numbers to narcissistic numbers, infinity to even bigger infinities, and much more. Along the way, Singh meets members of The Simpsons' brilliant writing teamamong them David X. Cohen, Al Jean, Jeff Westbrook, and Mike Reisswhose love of arcane mathematics becomes clear as they reveal the stories behind the episodes.With wit and clarity, displaying a true fan's zeal, and replete with images from the shows, photographs of the writers, and diagrams and proofs, The Simpsons and Their Mathematical Secrets offers an entirely new insight into the most successful show in television history.
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- Q: What is 'The Simpsons and Their Mathematical Secrets' about? A: This book explores the hidden mathematical references embedded within episodes of 'The Simpsons' and its sister show, 'Futurama'. Author Simon Singh discusses various mathematical concepts and the writers' backgrounds in mathematics.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Simpsons and Their Mathematical Secrets' is Simon Singh, a well-known science writer and mathematician.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This book is listed as 'New', indicating it has not been previously used or read.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Simpsons and Their Mathematical Secrets'? A: The book contains a total of 272 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on October 29, 2013.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under 'Arts & Photography'.
- Q: Are there any images or diagrams included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes images from the shows, photographs of the writers, as well as diagrams and proofs related to the mathematical concepts discussed.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone without a strong math background? A: Yes, the book is written with clarity and wit, making it accessible to readers without advanced mathematics knowledge.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into mathematical concepts through the lens of popular episodes of 'The Simpsons', including discussions on topics like infinity, perfect numbers, and famous mathematical theorems.