The nature and power of mathematics
(2013)
Nonfiction
eBook
Details
PUBLISHED
[United States] : Dover Publications : Made available through hoopla, 2013
DESCRIPTION
1 online resource
ISBN/ISSN
9780486152158 (electronic bk.) MWT11604609, 0486152154 (electronic bk.) 11604609
LANGUAGE
English
NOTES
This captivating book explains some of the most fascinating ideas of mathematics to nonspecialists. It focuses on three main areas: non-Euclidean geometry, a basis for relativity theory; number theory, a major component of cryptography; and fractals, the key elements of computer-generated art. Numerous illustrations. 1993 edition
Mode of access: World Wide Web