Mathematical Footprints: Discovering Mathematics Everywhere - Paperback

by Theoni Pappas (Author)

This journey across the spectrum of human activities takes a creative look at the role mathematics has played since prehistoric times. From its many uses in medicine and its appearance in artwork to its patterns in nature and its central role in the development of computers, mathematics is presented in a fun-to-read, nonthreatening manner.

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MATHEMATICAL FOOTPRINTS takes a creative look at the role mathematics has played since prehistoric times, and will play in the future It uncovers mathematics where you least expect to find it. Presents mathematical ideas in a readable, approachable, and non-threatening manner.