Q.E.D.: Beauty in Mathematical Proof (Wooden Books) by Burkard Polster (PDF)

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Q.E.D. presents some of the most famous mathematical proofs in a charming book that will appeal to nonmathematicians and math experts alike. Grasp in an instant why Pythagoras’s theorem must be correct. Follow the ancient Chinese proof of the volume formula for the frustrating frustum, and Archimedes’ method for finding the volume of a sphere. Discover the secrets of pi and why, contrary to popular belief, squaring the circle really is possible. Study the subtle art of mathematical domino tumbling, and find out how slicing cones helped save a city and put a man on the moon.

User’s Reviews

Editorial Reviews: Review “The fascinating, informative Wooden Books series blends ancient wisdom and modern knowledge. The books are thin, impeccably designed, and will stimulate more thinking and subsequent ‘Eureka’ moments than a dozen novels laced with narrative innovation and postmodern stylings.” About the Author Burkard Polster is a mathematician at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia. His previous books include The Mathematics of Juggling and The Geometrical Picture Book.

Reviews from Amazon users which were colected at the time this book was published on the website:

⭐I got this book from a friend to read. He thought I’d enjoy it. I loved to so much that I just got my own copy. This book is a little diamond. So small and worth so much. The beautiful little proofs and explanations really are a pleasure to read and review. This book is highly recommended to all mathematics lovers out there and those who seek to get a better appreciation for mathematical logic and proofs.

⭐I found that this text was full of brilliant observations in mathematics, and was altogether worthy of being collected.If there is a criticism, it is the over-emphasis on geometry over other types of math. But the geometric illustrations are very attractive and educational, so ultimately this was not such a bad thing. I don’t think you’ll find anything about Heisenberg in this book, it is more introductory than that, but does a good job of pushing beginners onto a new plateau of understanding. A lot of math is about geometry, after all, I started thinking.As for the whole series, I found even the Stonehenge version of the wooden books was very cleverly constructed, and attractive.

⭐As a beginning proof writer, I enjoyed this book. It is elegant and simply written. Unfortunately, what I appreciate about this book is also what I do not like. In the second half of the book, more detailed proofs would have been helpful for understanding the proofs.

⭐This Wooden Book is a excellently bound, has an eye-catching cover and contains an eclectic collection of mathematical proofs. I couldn’t help but think that having a text book with this kind of gentle and engaging approach might do a lot to minimize math-phobia. This volume (as is the case with almost all the Wooden books I’ve ever purchased) makes a wonderful addition to my library.

⭐QED, must be read carefully, one page at a time. Many of the proofs are immediate, butsome must be re-read as in any math book. When the proof is finally understood, theeffect is breathtaking clarity. The book can be read on several levels. Some proofs arenot proofs at all, but require extensions by the reader, but the key concepts are stillbeautiful.

⭐I haven’t had a chance to actually read through this yet, but the little bit I have read is just as titled… beautiful. I actually just ordered a second one because I gave this one to my Calc teacher. I want to get more of the Wooden Books series.

⭐Much of the book is nicely done. The illustrations are most agreeable. The proofs, thoughnot quite on the level of selected proofs one finds in Wm. Dunham’s “Journey through Genius”(available from Amazon), are OK. Not totally splendid, but OK, given the intended audience.What torpedos the little volume is the regrettable inanities on page 46, “Possible Impossibilities”.What an unfortunate set of assertions! At least to me. So disturbing that there is no way I canplace this slim volume next to my four excellent Dunham books (all purchased from Amazon.All reviewed by me elsewhere.)I am returning the book to Amazon.Naf Los Altos CA

⭐all of these wooden books series are so impressive…….none of these books are very expensive, 10$ at most, small and to the point…i am so glad i’ve bought most of them!!!!!!!!!!!!!

⭐This mathematician has a most engaging style. I look forward to many more of his books and Youtube shows. Great discovery!

⭐Arrived as described no issues with delivery or product.Great little book to explain some mathematical concepts.

⭐Keeps you interested for the whole time of reading it .

⭐Book safely delivered, thanks

⭐lovely book, good service

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