This collection of puzzles, games and activities is designed to stimulate and challenge people of all ages who enjoy puzzles with a mathematical flavour. Many of the puzzles have a long history, while others are original. The subjects vary from matchsticks to magic squares, train shunting to river crossing, and chess to calculators. The second part of the book contains a commentary giving hints and solutions.
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A fascinating collection of scientific puzzles, experiments, and curious phenomena, intended both to entertain and educate readers. The book covers a broad range of topics in physics and mathematics,...