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Things To Make And Do In The Fourth Dimension: A Mathematician'S Journey Through Narcissistic Numbers, Optimal Dating Algorithms
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A Revolutionary Book From The Standup Mathematician That Makes Math Fun Againnow In Paperback!Math Is Boring, Says The Mathematician And Comedian Matt Parker. Part Of The Problem May Be The Way The Subject Is Taught, But It'S Also True That We All, To A Greater Or Lesser Extent, Find Math Difficult And Counterintuitive. This Counterintuitiveness Is Actually Part Of The Point, Argues Parker: The Extraordinary Thing About Math Is That It Allows Us To Access Logic And Ideas Beyond What Our Brains Can Instinctively Dothrough Its Logical Tools We Are Able To Reach Beyond Our Innate Abilities And Grasp More And More Abstract Concepts.In The Absorbing And Exhilarating Things To Make And Do In The Fourth Dimension, Parker Sets Out To Convince His Readers To Revisit The Very Math That Put Them Off The Subject As Fourteenyearolds. Starting With The Foundations Of Math Familiar From School (Numbers, Geometry, And Algebra), He Takes Us On A Grand Tour, From Four Dimensional Shapes, Knot Theory, The Mysteries Of Prime Numbers, Optimization Algorithms, And The Math Behind Barcodes And Iphone Screens To The Different Kinds Of Infinityand Slightly Beyond.Both Playful And Sophisticated, Things To Make And Do In The Fourth Dimension Is Filled With Captivating Games And Puzzles, A Buffet Of Optional Handson Activities That Entice Us To Take Pleasure In Mathematics At All Levels. Parker Invites Us To Relearn Much Of What Baffled Us In School And, This Time, To Be Utterly Enthralled By It.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Things to Make and Do in the Fourth Dimension' about? A: 'Things to Make and Do in the Fourth Dimension' is a book by mathematician and comedian Matt Parker that aims to make mathematics engaging and enjoyable. It covers various mathematical concepts, including four-dimensional shapes, knot theory, and optimization algorithms, while encouraging readers to rediscover their curiosity about math.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Things to Make and Do in the Fourth Dimension' is Matt Parker, a stand-up mathematician known for his ability to make complex mathematical ideas accessible and entertaining.
- Q: What is the book's format and page count? A: The book is available in paperback format and contains 480 pages filled with illustrations, games, and hands-on activities to engage readers in mathematical concepts.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in mathematics? A: 'Things to Make and Do in the Fourth Dimension' is suitable for beginners as it revisits foundational concepts in math and presents them in an engaging way. The book is designed to appeal to those who may have found math difficult or uninteresting in the past.
- Q: What age group is this book appropriate for? A: This book is appropriate for a wide age range, including teenagers and adults who have an interest in mathematics or wish to improve their understanding of mathematical concepts.
- Q: Does the book include hands-on activities? A: Yes, the book includes optional hands-on activities and puzzles that encourage readers to engage with the material actively and apply mathematical concepts in a fun and playful manner.
- Q: When was 'Things to Make and Do in the Fourth Dimension' published? A: 'Things to Make and Do in the Fourth Dimension' was published on November 24, 2015.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers various topics such as geometry, algebra, knot theory, prime numbers, optimization algorithms, and the mathematical concepts behind barcodes and technology like iPhone screens.
- Q: Is this book illustrated? A: Yes, 'Things to Make and Do in the Fourth Dimension' is illustrated, providing visual aids that complement the explanations and make the mathematical concepts easier to understand.
- Q: Can this book help improve my mathematical thinking? A: Yes, the book is designed to enhance mathematical thinking by encouraging readers to explore concepts beyond standard curriculum and develop a deeper appreciation for math through fun and engaging methods.