{"product_id":"the-book-of-numbers-the-secret-of-numbers-and-how-they-changed-the-world","title":"The Book of Numbers: The Secret of Numbers and How They Changed the World","description":"Unraveling the secrets of numbers, from the discovery of zero to infinity.\nIn clear language, The Book of Numbers cuts through the mystery and fear surrounding numbers to reveal their fascinating nature and roles in architecture, quantum mechanics, computer technology, biology, commerce, philosophy, art, music, religion and more. Indeed, numbers are part of every discipline in the sciences and the arts.\nWith 350 illustrations, including diagrams, photographs and computer imagery, the book chronicles the centuries-long search for the meaning of numbers by famous and lesser-known mathematicians, and explains the puzzling aspects of the mathematical world. Topics include: The earliest ideas of numbers and counting Patterns, logic, calculating Natural, perfect, amicable and prime numbers Numerology, the power of numbers, superstition The computer, the Enigma Code Infinity, the speed of light, relativity Complex numbers The Big Bang and Chaos theories The Philosopher's Stone.\nThe Book of Numbers shows enthusiastically that numbers are neither boring nor dull but rather involve intriguing connections, rivalries, secret documents and even mysterious deaths.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1554073618\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.1554073618.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Bentley, Peter\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: Former library book with the usual stamps, stickers and labels. The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43335061045309,"sku":"BVV.1554073618.G","price":7.61,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/1554073618-0.jpg?v=1783715957","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/the-book-of-numbers-the-secret-of-numbers-and-how-they-changed-the-world","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}