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In Humble Pi, mathematician and humorist Matt Parker takes readers on a playful tour of the funniest mathematical mishaps in history. From small miscalculations to seemingly catastrophic errors, the book showcases how precision matters while still celebrating the joy and surprises that arise when equations go awry. Parker’s witty narrative, combined with his accessible explanations, invites both math lovers and casual readers alike to laugh with, rather than at, the human side of numbers.
First publish date: 2019
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: Matt Parker
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