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Book Synopsis: A hilarious reeducation in mathematics-full of joy, jokes, and stick figures-that sheds light on the countless practical and wonderful ways that math structures and shapes our world. In Math With Bad Drawings, Ben Orlin reveals to us what math actually is; its myriad uses, its strange symbols, and the wild leaps of logic and faith that define the usually impenetrable work of the mathematician. Truth and knowledge come in multiple forms: colorful drawings, encouraging jokes, and the stories and insights of an empathetic teacher who believes that math should belong to everyone. Orlin shows us how to think like a mathematician by teaching us a brand-new game of tic-tac-toe, how to understand an economic crises by rolling a pair of dice, and the mathematical headache that ensues when attempting to build a spherical Death Star. Every discussion in the book is illustrated with Orlin's trademark "bad drawings," which convey his message and insights with perfect pitch and clarity. With 24 chapters covering topics from the electoral college to human genetics to the reasons not to trust statistics, Math with Bad Drawings is a life-changing book for the math-estranged and math-enamored alike.
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Are you tired of sitting through dull math lectures or reading thick textbooks filled with impenetrable formulas? Introducing Math with Bad Drawings: Illuminating the Ideas That Shape Our Reality! This hilarious and enlightening book will take you on a journey through mathematics like you've never experienced before, using joy, jokes, and stick figures to bring the subject to life.
Math with Bad Drawings is not your typical math book. Author Ben Orlin takes a refreshing approach to teaching math, revealing its practical and wonderful applications in our everyday lives. From understanding economic crises by rolling dice to the mind-boggling task of constructing a spherical Death Star, Orlin shows us that math is more than just numbers and equations.
But what sets Math with Bad Drawings apart are Orlin's trademark "bad drawings." These colorful illustrations perfectly capture the essence of each mathematical concept, making it easy for anyone to grasp even the most complex ideas. Whether you're math-estranged or math-enamored, this book will change the way you think about math forever.
Don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of math that is both educational and entertaining. Click here to get your copy of Math with Bad Drawings today!
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