{ "item_title" : "Mathematical Recreations and Essays", "item_author" : [" W. W. Rouse Ball "], "item_description" : "Mathematical Recreations and Essays is a classic book written by W. W. Rouse Ball, a renowned mathematician and author. The book is a collection of mathematical puzzles, games, and problems that are designed to entertain and challenge readers of all ages and levels of mathematical ability. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different area of mathematics. The first section focuses on arithmetic and algebra, while the second section covers geometry and trigonometry. The third section explores the field of calculus, and the fourth section delves into the world of probability and statistics. Throughout the book, Ball presents a wide range of mathematical concepts and techniques, including number theory, combinatorics, and graph theory. Each chapter is filled with engaging puzzles and problems that are designed to stimulate the reader's curiosity and encourage them to think creatively. Mathematical Recreations and Essays is an excellent resource for anyone who enjoys mathematics or is looking to improve their problem-solving skills. It is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations of mathematicians and enthusiasts alike. Whether you are a student, a teacher, or simply someone who loves puzzles and games, this book is sure to provide hours of entertainment and intellectual stimulation.1892. This book contains descriptions of various problems of the kind usually termed Mathematical Recreations and a few Essays on some analogous questions. Contents: Arithmetical Recreations; Geometrical Recreations; Mechanical Recreations; Chessboard Recreations; Magic Squares; Bees and Their Cells; Unicursal Problems; Kirkman's School-Girls Problem; Miscellaneous Problems; Calculating Prodigies; Cryptographs and Ciphers; String Figures; and Three Classical Geometrical Problems.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.", "item_img_path" : "https://covers4.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/1/41/792/126/1417921269_b.jpg", "price_data" : { "retail_price" : "34.95", "online_price" : "34.95", "our_price" : "34.95", "club_price" : "34.95", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : "" } }

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