Five Equations That Changed the World
Michael Guillen
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Five Equations That Changed the World
Published
Oct 30, 2020
Publisher
Nemesis Kitap
Pages
320
ISBN-13
9786057649492
ISBN-10
6057649494
Description
Robert Frost once suggested that a poem is a pithy form of expression that, by definition, can never be translated accurately. The same can be said about mathematics: The best way to understand and appreciate the beauty of an equation is to see it in its original, coded form. *In Five Equations That Changed the World*, Dr. Michael Guillen, known to millions as the Science Editor on ABC-TV's *Good Morning America*, reveals in simple, everyday language the secret world of mathematics through the amazing stories of the people and discoveries that led to the five most powerful and important scientific achievements in human history. It was through the brilliance of these five fascinating people that we were able to harness the power of electricity, fly in airplanes, land astronauts on the moon, build a nuclear bomb, and understand the mortality of all life on Earth. But behind these discoveries are gripping dramas of jealously, fame, war, and debate. Dr. Guillen vividly brings to life these chronicles of science by going behind the scenes and revealing the political conflicts, social upheaval, religious sanctions, family tragedies, and personal ambitions that contributed to each man's indelible place in history. The world of mathematics comes to life in *Five Equations That Changed the World* in a way that will entertain as well as enlighten.
Subjects
How to solve it
The Worst Journey in the World
Advanced Engineering Mathematics
Calculus and analytic geometry
Elementary differential equations
Solutions manual to accompany Applied mathematics and modeling for chemical engineers
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Five Equations That Changed the World?
This edition of Five Equations That Changed the World has approximately 320 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 Five Equations That Changed the World?
For most readers, Five Equations That Changed the World typically takes between 6h 40m and 4h 27m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 80,000 words and common reading speeds.
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The estimated word count for Five Equations That Changed the World is approximately 80,000 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.
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Who is the author of Five Equations That Changed the World?
Five Equations That Changed the World was written by Michael Guillen.
When was Five Equations That Changed the World published?
The publication date for this specific edition is Oct 30, 2020. The original work may have been published on a different date.