In the wonderland of numbers

A mathemagic journey

Summary:
Swedes solve their traffic problems with algebra, our iPods don't play songs "at random" at all, and yes: there is a surefire way to hit the lottery jackpot - Alex Bellos takes us on an entertaining tour of the amazing realm of numbers. His enthusiasm for mathematics shines from every page of the book. With his mixture of exciting reportage, history of science and mathematical cabinet tricks, he confidently solves the equation mathematics = boredom.

Authors: Bellos, Alex ; Kleinschmidt, Bernhard (Trans.
From the author:
Alex Bellos studied mathematics and philosophy before working as a journalist in London and Rio de Janeiro. His book "Futebol. Soccer: The Brazilian Art of Living" was also highly praised in Germany. As a ghostwriter, he wrote the autobiography "My Life of Pelé" (2006). "Alex in the Wonderland of Numbers" was a bestseller in the UK. Alex Bellos lives in London.