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The Moment of Proof

The Moment of Proof Mathematical Epiphanies

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Publisher's Synopsis

This text attempts to show the power of mathematics to a readership with a background in only elementary algebra. It presents fundamental proofs, mostly in number theory, aiming to give an idea of the pleasure that mathematical work can bring.

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Book information

ISBN: 9780195117219
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 511.3
DEWEY edition: 21
Number of pages: 331
Weight: 908g
Height: 230mm
Width: 160mm
Spine width: 30mm