A Year in Numbers: 365 Astonishing Maths Facts
A Year in Numbers: 365 Astonishing Maths Facts
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A book about mathematics called "Strong Words" was named the 2023 Book of the Year. It includes 365 fascinating numerical nuggets with clear explanations of the mathematics that underpin them, covering topics such as arithmetic, prime numbers, and the 12 Days of Christmas. Only around 100 people have ever lived beyond a million hours, and around 7% of everyone who has ever lived is currently alive.
Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 02 November 2023
Publisher: Atlantic Books
A truly captivating and delightful read!
- Rob Eastaway, bestselling co-author of Headscratchers: The New Scientist Puzzle Book
Did you know:
- Only around 100 people have ever lived beyond a million hours (that's about 114 years).
- Around 7% of everyone who has ever lived is currently alive.
- The "12 Days of Christmas" song, when sung in full, results in 364 gifts being given - one for every day... except Christmas.
Broken down into 12 chapters that correspond roughly to months of the year - from going back to school with arithmetic and times tables through prime numbers and all the way to the 12 Days of Chris-maths, this book features a collection of 365 fascinating numerical nuggets, accompanied by clear, bite-size explanations of the mathematics that underpin them.
Each chapter is filled with intriguing facts, mind-boggling calculations, and thought-provoking puzzles that will challenge your mathematical knowledge and spark your curiosity. Whether you're a math enthusiast, a science buff, or simply someone who enjoys a good puzzle, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to explore the fascinating world of numbers.
So, grab your calculator, sharpen your pencils, and get ready to embark on a mathematical journey like no other. The 12 Days of Chris-maths is a book that will leave you in awe, inspired, and eager to learn more.
Weight: 390g
Dimension: 137 x 205 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838958916
Edition number: Main
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