Mathematical Puzzles and Curiosities (Dover Books on Mathematics)

Book Details

• Publisher: Dover

• Author: Clarke, Barry R.

• Language: English

• Edition: Illustrated

• ISBN: 9780486490915

• Pages: 176

• Binding: Paperback

• Release Date: 30-08-2013

About The Book

In this fascinating collection, Barry R. Clarke presents a series of engaging puzzles, combining logic, mathematics, and creativity. These intellectual diversions originally appeared in his Daily Telegraph column, offering a mix of thought-provoking challenges. Clarke takes a fresh look at classic problems like the Monty Hall Problem, The Unexpected Hanging, and The Sleeping Beauty Problem, as well as introducing new puzzles such as The Shakespeare Puzzles and Finger Multiplication.

These puzzles are designed to be accessible to anyone with a basic understanding of algebra, making them ideal for casual readers and puzzle enthusiasts alike. Alongside each puzzle, Clarke provides intriguing commentaries and anecdotes, offering deeper insights into the problems and their solutions. The book is not only a delightful read but also a great tool for group problem-solving activities. Solutions to all puzzles are included at the end of the book, along with helpful hints for some of the more challenging puzzles.

This collection is a must-have for anyone interested in recreational math and logic puzzles.