There is order in the mathematical universe; but it can be hard to find. The orderly solutions to these abstruse; obscure; arcane; and delightful hairpullers run and hide in the bushes like rodents of the rainforest. Martin Gardner is one of the world's preeminent creators of puzzles and the author of many books; including The Colossal Book of Mathematics (W.W. Norton; 2001) and Gardner's Workout: Training the Mind and Entertaining the Spirit (A.K. Peters Ltd.; 2001). Adapted from Martin Gardner's column in Scientific American.With questions on one side and answers on the other; these 48 fact-filled Knowledge Cards are a great source of condensed information all in a deck the size of a pack of playing cards! Perfect for students; teachers; science buffs; and the purely inquisitive; this deck is sure to spark your curiosity and encourage you to delve deeper into this fascinating subject.Size: 3 1/4 x 4 inches.
