Man vs mathematics : understanding the curious mathematics that power our world
Revell, Timothy2016
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POPULAR MATHEMATICS. What is the mathematics behind a twitter trend? Does my food really have an equation? And, is there really an algorithm for Love? Mathematics is inescapable. Wherever you go, whatever you do, however you live your life, mathematics plays a role. From searching for love to donating a kidney, the mathematics governing our world is fascinating, and far reaching. Using interesting anecdotes, simple analogies, and easy explanations, Man vs Maths will distill the complexities of some of the most absorbing mathematics of modern life. Along the way we will look at why Netflix offered a $1 million prize for help with their mathematics, why the universe has a favourite number, and how knowing a little mathematics can improve your life.
Main title:
Man vs mathematics : understanding the curious mathematics that power our world / written by Timothy Revell ; illustrated by Joe Lyward.
Author:
Revell, TimothyLyward, Joe, illustrator
Imprint:
London : Aurum Press Ltd, 2016.
Collation:
224 pages : illustrations (some colour) ; 21 cm.
Variant title:
Cover title: Man vs math
Notes:
Includes index.
ISBN:
9781781315583
Dewey class:
510.1
Language:
English
Added title:
BRN:
334079
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrith | Nonfiction | 510.1 MAN | Onloan - Due: 17 Mar 2025 |