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Martin Gardner was an American mathematics and science writer whose expertise lay in recreational mathematics, though his interests extended to micromagic, stage magic, literature (particularly the works of Lewis Carroll), philosophy, scientific skepticism, and religion. He penned the "Mathematical Games" column for Scientific American from 1956 to 1981, authoring over 70 books. Gardner skillfully blended scientific concepts with playful exploration and literary allusions, making complex ideas accessible to a broad audience. He was celebrated for his sharp observations of the world, revealing fascinating patterns and logical puzzles within everyday phenomena.