Publisher's Synopsis
Curiosa Mathematica, Part 2: Pillow Problems Thought Out During Wakeful Hours is a book written by Charles L. Dodgson, better known as Lewis Carroll, and published in 1894. This book is a continuation of his previous work, Curiosa Mathematica, Part 1, and is a collection of mathematical puzzles and problems that the author created during his sleepless nights. The book is divided into several chapters, each containing a different type of problem. Some of the topics covered in the book include algebraic equations, geometry, logic, and probability. The problems are presented in a playful and whimsical manner, with many of them featuring characters from Carroll's famous works, such as Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass.In addition to the problems themselves, the book also includes detailed solutions and explanations for each one. The solutions are presented in a step-by-step manner, making them easy to follow and understand. Overall, Curiosa Mathematica, Part 2: Pillow Problems Thought Out During Wakeful Hours is a delightful and entertaining book that will appeal to anyone with an interest in mathematics or puzzles. It showcases Carroll's unique style and wit, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the most beloved authors in English literature.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1894 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
