The education of T.C. MITS : what modern mathematics means to you

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The education of T.C. MITS : what modern mathematics means to you

by Lillian R. Lieber ; illustrations by Hugh Gray Lieber ; foreword by Barry Mazur

Paul Dry Books, 2007

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The education of T.C. MITS : the celebrated man in the street : what modern mathematics mean to you

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Description

Whether you are stumped by the "commutative law" in algebra or a whiz at multiplying three-digit numbers in your head, this book opens the door to the wonders of mathematical imagining. By using simple language and intriguing illustrations drawn by her husband, Hugh, Lillian Lieber presents subtle mathematical concepts in an easy-to-understand way. Over sixty years after its release, this whimsical exploration of how to think in a mathematical mood will continue to delight math-lovers of all ages. Barry Mazur's new introduction is a tribute to the Liebers' influence on generations of mathematicians.

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  • NCID
    BB05963087
  • ISBN
    • 9781589880337
  • LCCN
    2007005205
  • Country Code
    us
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    Philadelphia
  • Pages/Volumes
    229 p.
  • Size
    21 cm
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