With a sound grasp of statistics, we can dramatically improve our understanding of everything from the weather forecast to our chances at poker. The world then becomes a far less random and fearful place. John Allen Paulos brings together many intriguing and practical examples to reveal the inherent beauty and power of mathematics - and to put the fun back into facts and figures.
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With a sound grasp of statistics, we can dramatically improve our understanding of everything from the weather forecast to our chances at poker. The world then becomes a far less random and fearful place. John Allen Paulos brings together many intriguing and practical examples to reveal the inherent beauty and power of mathematics - and to put the fun back into facts and figures.
Imprint | Penguin Books |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Release date | March 2000 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 9 - 15 working days |
Authors | John Allen Paulos |
Dimensions | 198 x 130 x 10mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 160 |
Edition | New Ed |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-14-029120-9 |
Barcode | 9780140291209 |
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LSN | 0-14-029120-2 |