Ancient loons
David Edwin Pingree
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Ancient loons
by David Edwin Pingree, Philip J. Davis
Published
2016
Publisher
A K Peters, Limited
Pages
138
ISBN-13
9781466501218
Description
"This collection of stories, highlighting the lives of important but sometimes lesser known personalities in the history of science are based on conversations and correspondence of the author with the renowned historian David Pingree. Often the author supplements the information with extensive quotes and additional information. His observations shed light on the academic culture and tradition of curiosity, the driving force of research and the congenial atmosphere in academic research that sometimes seems like a thing of the past. The personal touch and wealth of information stimulates readers to explore the unusual with the guidance of authority"--
Subjects
What is the name of this book?
The Scientific American Book of Mathematical Puzzles & Diversions
Winning Ways for Your Mathematical Plays, 1st Edition, Volume 1
La mathématique des jeux, ou Récréations mathématiques
Mathematical Puzzles
Mathematical Puzzles
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Ancient loons?
This edition of Ancient loons has approximately 138 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Ancient loons?
For most readers, Ancient loons typically takes between 2h 53m and 1h 55m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 34,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 18m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 5 days • Estimated word count: 34,500 words
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What is the word count of Ancient loons?
The estimated word count for Ancient loons is approximately 34,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Ancient loons?
Ancient loons was written by David Edwin Pingree, Philip J. Davis.
When was Ancient loons published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2016. The original work may have been published on a different date.