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How much mathematical knowledge can be stored inside a cube? Can we get an artistic work from any cube? Many researchers throughout history have been eagerly trying to find out. That mystery hides another mystery directly related to mathematics and the art of construction. We refer to the so-called golden number, section or golden ratio. Thanks to Doctor Matrix you will learn that from any two cubes it is possible to create a scale model of th...

Well-known skeptic and acclaimed popular science writer Martin Gardner presents a complete history of the Urantia movement, from its beginnings in the early 20th century to the present day. In addition to providing an outline of the Urantia cult's worldview, Gardner presents strong evidence to establish the identity of the man whose trancelike orations formed the basis of the book. Gardner also analyzes the flaws in Urantian science and points...

One hundred experiments will delight children while teaching elements of astronomy, chemistry, mathematics, mechanics, geometry, and more. Over 100 illustrations.

This book contains scores of intriguing puzzles and paradoxes from Lewis Carroll, the author of Alice in Wonderland, whose interests ranged from inventing new games like Arithmetical Croquet to important problems in symbolic logic and propositional calculus. Written by Carroll expert and well-known mathematics author Martin Gardner, this tour through Carroll's inventions is both fun and informative.

Famed puzzle expert explains math behind a multitude of mystifying tricks: card tricks, stage "mind reading, " coin and match tricks, counting out games, geometric dissections, etc. Probability, sets, theory of numbers clearly explained. Also, more than 400 tricks, guaranteed to work, that you can do. 135 illustrations.

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Plants from the Woods and Forests of Chile is a high-quality botanical art book depicting the rich diversity and beauty of Chile's unique forested areas where for the last 25 years the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh has engaged in collaborative research and conservation initiatives.

This small, quality hardback book tells the stories of the remarkable native forests and heritage trees of the European yew (Taxus baccata) in the UK and overseas, the progeny of which form part of a unique yew 'conservation hedge' surrounding the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.

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A longtime admirer of well crafted prose, word puzzles and clever turns of phrase, Gardner assembles his favorite examples of the lighter side of poetry. Illustrations.

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Getting up and ready for school can be tough, but not with these fun days to look forward to! Join Louie as he finds out fun ways to get excited for each day of the week! Each day can give us something to look forward to.Help your child(ren) learn about positive thinking and positive interaction in a fun and accessible way in order to get them approaching each day with a smile and a positive attitude. Read and apply!

Fun and fascinating, 89 simple magic tricks will teach both children and adults the scientific principles behind electricity, magnetism, sound, gravity, water, and more. Only basic everyday items are needed. Includes 89 black-and-white illustrations.

When Russel B. Nye and Martin Gardner teamed up to bring out a new edition of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, theirs was the first critical analysis of L. Frank Baum American classic. The book opens with an essay by Nye, entitled "An Appreciation, " which is an overview of Baum's creative and imaginative genius. Nye explores the reasons why earlier critics virtually ignored the Oz stories. Gardner, in his essay, "The Royal Historian of Oz, " prese...

Step right up! Take a look at 12 card tricks that can be done anytime with ordinary playing cards. Most of these skills can be mastered with just one or two techniques, while some require a bit more of an effort, follow along with Dr. Harlan Tarbell's superb illustrations and get ready to amaze eager onlookers.