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Mathematical World

This accessible series brings the beauty and wonder of mathematics to the advanced high school student, the mathematics teacher, the scientist or engineer, and the lay reader with a strong interest in mathematics. Mathematical World features well-written, challenging expository works that illustrate the fascination and usefulness of mathematics.

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MAWRLD/016 Essays on Numbers and Figures - V. V. Prasolov, Independent University of Moscow, Moscow, Russia. Translated by A. B. Sossinski