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Ingmar Lehmann

    Ciekawostki matematyczne. Skarbnica zadziwiających rozrywek
    Mengen - Relationen - Funktionen
    The Secrets of Triangles
    Mathematical Curiosities
    The Glorious Golden Ratio
    Mathematical Amazements and Surprises
    • 2014

      Mathematical Curiosities

      A Treasure Trove of Unexpected Entertainments

      • 384 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.4(16)Add rating

      Transforming the perception of mathematics, this book reveals its entertaining side through engaging examples and intriguing concepts. Veteran educators Posamentier and Lehmann highlight the joy in math, showcasing unique pairs like the "Ruth-Aaron pair" and exploring the fascinating properties of numbers often neglected in traditional education. By presenting clever problems with unexpected solutions, they aim to enhance problem-solving skills and demonstrate that math can be both enjoyable and enlightening, challenging the notion that it is dull.

      Mathematical Curiosities
    • 2012

      The Secrets of Triangles

      A Mathematical Journey

      • 392 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Exploring the fascinating properties of triangles, this book reveals surprising geometrical secrets, such as the concurrency of lines drawn from tangency points to opposite vertices. It challenges the perception of mathematics as dry and intimidating, showcasing how geometry can be both enjoyable and intellectually engaging. Readers will discover the beauty and intrigue behind basic shapes, making complex concepts accessible and entertaining. This work promises to transform the way one thinks about mathematics.

      The Secrets of Triangles
    • 2011

      The Glorious Golden Ratio

      • 368 pages
      • 13 hours of reading
      4.1(40)Add rating

      Exploring the Golden Ratio, this book delves into its historical discovery and significance in mathematics. The authors highlight its presence across various cultures and time periods, showcasing ingenious construction techniques and revealing the unexpected geometric figures that incorporate this fascinating phenomenon. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the Golden Ratio's role in art, nature, and architecture through engaging explanations and illustrations.

      The Glorious Golden Ratio
    • 2009

      Mathematical Amazements and Surprises

      Fascinating Figures and Noteworthy Numbers

      • 270 pages
      • 10 hours of reading
      4.2(12)Add rating

      Engaging with mathematical curiosities, this book reveals surprising insights, such as the high probability of two people sharing a birthday in a group of thirty-five. Designed for general readers with just a high school math background, it offers entertaining tricks for quick arithmetic and explores intriguing properties of numbers that can lead to counterintuitive results. Through these explorations, readers will gain a deeper understanding of numbers, enhance their mathematical skills, and develop an appreciation for the elegance of mathematics.

      Mathematical Amazements and Surprises