mathematics

The stories of the people and discoveries that led to the five most powerful and important scientific achievements in human history.

A history of mathematical breakthroughs, covering seventeen crucial equations, and including Pythagoras's Theorem, logarithms, and Newton's Law of Gravity.

"Introduces the reader to addition, subtraction, multiplication and division"--.

"Experiments and research challenges help reinforce mathematical concepts in this . . . book about . . . math thinkers in history and their discoveries. Readers will . . . read the stories behind each breakthrough in math as well as the mini bios of the math 'STEM-gineers' who solved them"--Provided by publisher.

Through engaging main text filled with quotes from prominent figures, readers understand how black women who pursued careers in science and math helped shape the history of the world and continue to shape its future.

Readers will learn about the challenges and successes of sundry scientists and the inspiring story of the dazzling mind of physicist and cosmologist Stephen Hawking, who persevered despite incredible physical limitations.

"Math professor Eugenia Cheng provides an ... introduction to the logic and beauty of mathematics, powered, unexpectedly, by insights from the kitchen: we learn, for example, how the b?chamel in a lasagna can be a lot like the number 5, and why making a good custard proves that math is easy but life is hard"--Provided by publisher.

"Learn about the story of Freeman A. Hrabowski the presidentof UMBC and co-founder of the Meyerhoff Scholars Program, which has been one of the most successful programs for educating African Americans who go on to earn doctorates in the STEM disciplines.

Mathematician Ian Stewart delves into the lives of twenty-five pioneering mathematicians, examining the role they played in creating, inventing, and discovering the math we use today.