Devlin, Keith

A Mathematician's Lament

(No reviews yet) Write a Review

ISBN 13:: 9781934137178
author:: Devlin, Keith
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Bellevue Literary Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2009
Pages:: 192
Dimensions:: 127 mm X 190 mm
Genre:: Mathematics
Condition:: New
Availability:: Item usually sent within 2 working days

£11.93

Current Stock: 1

Quantity:

Description

Description

A Mathematician's Lament by Paul Lockhart is a thought-provoking critique of current mathematics education. A renowned research mathematician, Lockhart challenges conventional teaching methods and presents math as a creative art form. His approach is both witty and accessible, sparking debate among educators and parents. Lockhart's book offers a fresh perspective on the subject, one that will alter the way we think about math forever. Written by an expert who has taught mathematics at various levels, from university to K-12 students, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in education and mathematics. This book is a worthwhile read for those looking to challenge their understanding of mathematics and its place in education.

View AllClose

Related Products

Related Products

Foreskin's Lament

Auslander, Shalom

£11.59

Foreskin's Lament: A MemoirAuslander's biting humour and anger combine to create a rich portrait of a man grappling with his faith, family, and community.This memoir is a darkly comedic exploration...

Black Lament

Henry, Christina

£10.03

When tragedy strikes Madeline Black's life, she finds an unexpected source of hope in her pregnancy. But as Lucifer reveals his interest in the unborn child, Maddy must navigate the complex world of...

Louisa's Lament

Graham, Annie

£15.19

Louisa Ingle's life took a devastating turn when she was falsely accused of manslaughter. Caught in the middle of a bitter dispute between hospital modernisers and traditionalists, Louisa became a...

The Hunter's Lament

Pannett, Steve

£12.24

Bitter Sweet has spent nearly thirty years leading his crew of bounty hunters. For decades, they've tracked down and captured those who have escaped justice - for a price. However, Bitter Sweet is...

Lament for Julia

Taubes, Susan

£13.14

A young woman's path into adulthood is observed by a celestial overseer, who is both fascinated and confounded by her journey. This novella, unpublished until now, presents a unique and darkly...