Weird Math sets out to “reveal the strange connections between math and everyday life.” The book fulfills that laudable goal, in part. At times, teenage math prodigy Agnijo Banerjee and his tutor, ...

A British mathematician and the author of “Once Upon a Prime: The Wondrous Connections Between Mathematics and Literature.” “Call me Ishmael.” This has to be one of the most famous opening sentences ...

In “Once Upon a Prime,” Sarah Hart explores the surprisingly deep relationship between mathematics and literature. By Jordan Ellenberg When you purchase an independently reviewed book through our site ...

This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American This review first appeared in the December ...