Lockhart, Paul
Arithmetic
- ISBN 13:
- 9780674237513
- author:
- Lockhart, Paul
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Harvard University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 14 centimetres (0.67 kg)
- Genre:
- Science, Mathematics, Arithmetic,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Arithmetic by Paul Lockhart presents a fascinating perspective on number systems, revealing their beauty and importance in our lives. By exploring how we group numbers and represent them, Lockhart shows that arithmetic is not just a practical skill, but an intellectual craft that arises from our desire to add, divide, and multiply. This book invites readers to experience the beauty of mathematics through the eyes of a passionate teacher, gently connecting procedures with intuitions. With a nuanced understanding of working with numbers, Lockhart recounts their fascinating story, highlighting their impact on our lives and how they have been represented over time. A wonderful exploration of the history and philosophy of arithmetic, this book is perfect for anyone interested in mathematics, education, or the way we think about numbers.
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