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A Joosr Guide to... Thinking in Numbers by Daniel Tammet
Year
2015
Language
ENGLISH
Publication Information
Lasting Leaps Limited
Summary
In today's fast-paced world, it's tough to find the time to read. But with Joosr guides, you can get the key insights from bestselling non-fiction titles in less than 20 minutes. Whether you want to gain knowledge on the go or find the books you'll love, Joosr's brief and accessible eBook summaries fit into your life. Find out more at joosr.com. One look inside the brilliant, mathematical mind of a savant will change the way you see the world forever. Math is a subject that most people don't think about if they don't need it; but if you stop to look, you'll see that it touches every facet of our lives. Mathematics affects how you get to work every morning, the appointments you make on your calendar, the rhythm of the songs you enjoy on the radio, and much, much more. Author and mathematical savant Daniel Tammet shows you the amazing language of math through its history, examples found in nature and the modern world, and anecdotes from his own personal life. This book offers a true understanding of math's inescapable impact in every part of your daily life. You will learn: • How musicians and artists use math to catch your attention with rhythms and patterns • The dangerous risks and great rewards of thinking like a mathematician • How mathematical reasoning saves you time and money, and keeps you in good health.