The World of Mathematics
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The World of Mathematics
James Newman
3 people recommended it in 3 threads, 2009–2020.
What people on Hacker News said
The World of Mathematics edited by James Newman (a four-volume anthology) may give you a feel for and an interest in exploring math further.
The World of Mathematics: not a lot of math proper, doesn’t have much depth, but lots of examples of applied math, interwoven with mentions of the history of mathematics
Where it comes up
- Ask HN: Recommend a maths book for a teenager? 2020 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: Books you read in 2018? 2018 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: Best Mathematics book for complete noobie? 2009 · 1 recommendation