Fractals, googols, and other mathematical tales
Theoni Pappas (Author)
Includes short stories and discussions which present such mathematical concepts as decimals, tangrams, number lines, and fractals. A new treasure trove of stories that make mathematical ideas come to life with an unusual cast of characters. This book explores mathematical concepts and topics such as real numbers, exponents, dimensions, and geometry in both serious and humorous ways. 50 line drawings
Print Book, English, ©1993
Wide World Pub./Tetra, San Carlos, CA, ©1993