In "The Numb8r My5teries", Marcus du Sautoy reveals the beauty of mathematics through five playful mathematical puzzles. The subjects range from how to better your chances at Rock, Paper, Scissors all the way through to the shape of the universe.

Set in an easy to read style with copious illustrations, some done by Thomas Woolley (Dphil Student in the Centre for Mathematical Biology), this book will show you that maths is at the heart of everything we do.

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