09 November 2010

Innumeracy, by John Allen Paulos

InnumeracyConcise, witty & informative discussion on a lack of numeracy in most people. It explores the reasons why people may shy away from numbers & it details some of the principles that most people would find useful & should probably become more familiar with, & thereby shows that they are not all that difficult. I enjoyed the discussion on how maths should be taught in schools as well as the mental challenge posed by some of the (few & straightforward) proofs detailed. Another one that most people should have a quick read through on their path to enlightenment!
4/5.

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