Mathematical Circus
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Mathematical Circus is a popular collection of recreational mathematics puzzles and essays by Martin Gardner, showcasing his playful and insightful approach to mathematical curiosities.
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| instanceOf |
book
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collection of recreational mathematics puzzles → |
| author |
Martin Gardner
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| educationalAspect |
encourages problem-solving skills
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illustrates mathematical reasoning → introduces mathematical concepts through puzzles → |
| genre |
popular mathematics
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recreational mathematics → |
| hasPart |
mathematical essays
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mathematical puzzles → |
| hasStyle |
expository essays
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humorous tone → informal exposition → |
| hasTheme |
fun in mathematics
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surprising results in elementary mathematics → |
| influenced |
later popular mathematics writers
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recreational mathematics enthusiasts → |
| intendedAudience |
general readers interested in mathematics
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puzzle enthusiasts → |
| language |
English
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| mainSubject |
combinatorial puzzles
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geometry puzzles → logical paradoxes → mathematical curiosities → number theory puzzles → probability puzzles → puzzle games → |
| notableFor |
insightful explanations of puzzles
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playful approach to mathematics → |
| partOf |
Martin Gardner’s recreational mathematics books
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Martin Gardner
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