Description
Unlock the mysteries of mathematics with 'Curious' by Lily Serna, a truly engaging trade paperback published by Pan Macmillan Australia. This brand new edition, ISBN 9781760781156, is more than just a book; it's your gateway to understanding how math influences our everyday lives. Whether you're trying to master the perfect penalty goal or aiming to win a debate, this illuminating read offers easy-to-understand math logic and simple psychology to enhance your problem-solving skills. Lily Serna, well-known from 'Letters and Numbers' and 'Catalyst,' brings her passion for math alive through captivating anecdotes from her own life while demystifying complex concepts without overwhelming formulas. With 240 pages, 'Curious' equips anyone, especially those who consider themselves math phobic, with the tools to comprehend the complexities of modern challenges. By the end of this enlightening journey, you'll appreciate the beauty of mathematics and its applications in spotting fake news and impressing your friends. Delivery for this item is free within New Zealand, and you can expect your book to arrive within 6 weeks. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760781156
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2019
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Pages: 240
Description:
From Lily Serna, as seen on Letters and Numbers and Catalyst.
How can maths help you to kick the perfect penalty goal, win an argument, impress your friends and spot fake news?
With easy-to-understand maths logic, simple psychology and engaging anecdotes from her own life, mathematician Lily Serna shows us that maths can unlock the secrets of the universe. For she has been curious about the universe ever since her grandfather taught her about infinity when she was five years old.
Now, she shares her wonder at how things work through mathematically proven and fascinating insights. She wants to help all of us - especially the maths phobic - embrace the maths that surrounds us and solve the most common problems of modern living - all without making us learn a single formula. Well, maybe just one or two friendly ones . . .
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760781156
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2019
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Pages: 240
Description:
From Lily Serna, as seen on Letters and Numbers and Catalyst.
How can maths help you to kick the perfect penalty goal, win an argument, impress your friends and spot fake news?
With easy-to-understand maths logic, simple psychology and engaging anecdotes from her own life, mathematician Lily Serna shows us that maths can unlock the secrets of the universe. For she has been curious about the universe ever since her grandfather taught her about infinity when she was five years old.
Now, she shares her wonder at how things work through mathematically proven and fascinating insights. She wants to help all of us - especially the maths phobic - embrace the maths that surrounds us and solve the most common problems of modern living - all without making us learn a single formula. Well, maybe just one or two friendly ones . . .