Secrets Of Mental Math: The Mathemagician's Guide to Lightening Calculation and Amazing Maths Tricks

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Arthur Benjamin Michael Shermer

Secrets Of Mental Math

The Mathemagician's Guide to Lightening Calculation and Amazing Maths Tricks

Arthur Benjamin, Michael Shermer

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Three Rivers Press
15 October 2006

Mathematics & Sciences; Mathematics; Popular science

"These simple math secrets and tricks will forever change how you look at the world

of numbers.

Secrets of Mental Math will have you thinking like a math genius in

no time. Get ready to amaze your friends-and yourself-with incredible calculations

you never thought you could master, as renowned ""mathemagician"" Arthur Benjamin shares

his techniques for lightning-quick calculations and amazing number tricks. This book

will teach you to do math in your head faster than you ever thought possible, dramatically

improve your memory for numbers, and-maybe for the first time-make mathematics fun.

Yes, even you can learn to do seemingly complex equations in your head; all you

need to learn are a few tricks. You'll be able to quickly multiply and divide triple

digits, compute with fractions, and determine squares, cubes, and roots without blinking

an eye. No matter what your age or current math ability, Secrets of Mental Math will

allow you to perform fantastic feats of the mind effortlessly. This is the math they

never taught you in school."

By: Arthur Benjamin, Michael Shermer
Imprint: Three Rivers Press
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 132mm, Spine: 17mm
Weight: 223g
ISBN: 9780307338402
ISBN 10: 0307338401
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 15 October 2006
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Secrets Of Mental Math: The Mathemagician's Guide to Lightening Calculation and Amazing Maths Tricks

A great introduction to the wonder of numbers, from two superb teachers. --Brian Greene, author of The Elegant Universe A magical mystery tour of mental mathematics! Fascinating and fun. --Joseph Gallian, president of the Mathematical Association of America The clearest, simplest, most entertaining, and best book yet on the art of calculating in your head. --Martin Gardner, author of Mathematical Magic Show and Mathematical Carnival This book can teach you mental math skills that will surprise you and your friends. Better, you will have fun and have valuable practical tools inside your head. --Dr. Edward O. Thorp, mathematician and author of Beat the Dealer and Beat the Market A great introduction to the wonder of numbers, from two superb teachers. Brian Greene, author of The Elegant Universe A magical mystery tour of mental mathematics! Fascinating and fun. Joseph Gallian, president of the Mathematical Association of America The clearest, simplest, most entertaining, and best book yet on the art of calculating in your head. Martin Gardner, author of Mathematical Magic Show and Mathematical Carnival This book can teach you mental math skills that will surprise you and your friends. Better, you will have fun and have valuable practical tools inside your head. Dr. Edward O. Thorp, mathematician and author of Beat the Dealer and Beat the Market A great introduction to the wonder of numbers, from two superb teachers. -- Brian Greene, author of The Elegant Universe A magical mystery tour of mental mathematics! Fascinating and fun. -- Joseph Gallian, president of the Mathematical Association of America The clearest, simplest, most entertaining, and best book yet on the art of calculating in your head. -- Martin Gardner, author of Mathematical Magic Show and Mathematical Carnival This book can teach you mental math skills that will surprise you and your friends. Better, you will have fun and have valuable practical tools inside your head. -- Dr. Edward O. Thorp, mathematician and author of Beat the Deale r and Beat the Market