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Name: Innumeracy
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Author: John Allen Paulos

In *Innumeracy*, mathematician John Allen Paulos argues that a widespread deficiency in numerical understanding today parallels the historic illiteracy that once deprived many of society. Drawing on everyday examples and logical theory, he shows how innumeracy hampers decision‑making, undermines civic engagement, and poses a serious threat to both individuals and civilization as a whole. Paulos offers insight into why people struggle with numbers and how this pervasive problem can be addressed through better education and public discourse.

First publish date: 1988

Genre: History/Modern History

Authors: John Allen Paulos

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