Author: Stanislas Dehaene
Publisher: OUP USA
ISBN: 0199753873
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 339
Book Description
"Our understanding of how the human brain performs mathematical calculations is far from complete. In The Number Sense, Stanislas Dehaene offers readers an enlightening exploration of the mathematical mind. Using research showing that human infants have a rudimentary number sense, Dehaene suggests that this sense is as basic as our perception of color, and that it is wired into the brain. But how then did we leap from this basic number ability to trigonometry, calculus, and beyond? Dehaene shows that it was the invention of symbolic systems of numerals that started us on the climb to higher mathematics. Tracing the history of numbers, we learn that in early times, people indicated numbers by pointing to part of their bodies, and how Roman numerals were replaced by modern numbers. On the way, we also discover many fascinating facts: for example, because Chinese names for numbers are short, Chinese people can remember up to nine or ten digits at a time, while English-speaking people can only remember seven. A fascinating look at the crossroads where numbers and neurons intersect, The Number Sense offers an intriguing tour of how the structure of the brain shapes our mathematical abilities, and how math can open up a window on the human mind"--Provided by publisher.
The Number Sense
Author: Stanislas Dehaene
Publisher: OUP USA
ISBN: 0199753873
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 339
Book Description
"Our understanding of how the human brain performs mathematical calculations is far from complete. In The Number Sense, Stanislas Dehaene offers readers an enlightening exploration of the mathematical mind. Using research showing that human infants have a rudimentary number sense, Dehaene suggests that this sense is as basic as our perception of color, and that it is wired into the brain. But how then did we leap from this basic number ability to trigonometry, calculus, and beyond? Dehaene shows that it was the invention of symbolic systems of numerals that started us on the climb to higher mathematics. Tracing the history of numbers, we learn that in early times, people indicated numbers by pointing to part of their bodies, and how Roman numerals were replaced by modern numbers. On the way, we also discover many fascinating facts: for example, because Chinese names for numbers are short, Chinese people can remember up to nine or ten digits at a time, while English-speaking people can only remember seven. A fascinating look at the crossroads where numbers and neurons intersect, The Number Sense offers an intriguing tour of how the structure of the brain shapes our mathematical abilities, and how math can open up a window on the human mind"--Provided by publisher.
Publisher: OUP USA
ISBN: 0199753873
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 339
Book Description
"Our understanding of how the human brain performs mathematical calculations is far from complete. In The Number Sense, Stanislas Dehaene offers readers an enlightening exploration of the mathematical mind. Using research showing that human infants have a rudimentary number sense, Dehaene suggests that this sense is as basic as our perception of color, and that it is wired into the brain. But how then did we leap from this basic number ability to trigonometry, calculus, and beyond? Dehaene shows that it was the invention of symbolic systems of numerals that started us on the climb to higher mathematics. Tracing the history of numbers, we learn that in early times, people indicated numbers by pointing to part of their bodies, and how Roman numerals were replaced by modern numbers. On the way, we also discover many fascinating facts: for example, because Chinese names for numbers are short, Chinese people can remember up to nine or ten digits at a time, while English-speaking people can only remember seven. A fascinating look at the crossroads where numbers and neurons intersect, The Number Sense offers an intriguing tour of how the structure of the brain shapes our mathematical abilities, and how math can open up a window on the human mind"--Provided by publisher.
Catalog of Copyright Entries. Third Series
Author: Library of Congress. Copyright Office
Publisher: Copyright Office, Library of Congress
ISBN:
Category : Copyright
Languages : en
Pages : 1760
Book Description
Publisher: Copyright Office, Library of Congress
ISBN:
Category : Copyright
Languages : en
Pages : 1760
Book Description
Hammond World Atlas
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780843715606
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 464
Book Description
Completely revised and updated, Hammond's venerable world atlas contains 20 more pages than the previous edition, new photos, and a font change at the same great price. This atlas contains full-color, accurate, easy-to-read world maps with striking physical relief and the latest country information.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780843715606
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 464
Book Description
Completely revised and updated, Hammond's venerable world atlas contains 20 more pages than the previous edition, new photos, and a font change at the same great price. This atlas contains full-color, accurate, easy-to-read world maps with striking physical relief and the latest country information.
It Changed My Life
Author: Betty Friedan
Publisher: Harvard University Press
ISBN: 9780674468856
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 536
Book Description
First published in 1976, this modern feminist classic brings back years of struggle for those who were there, and recreates the past for readers who were not yet born during these struggles for opportunity and respect to which women can now feel entitled. In changing women's lives, the women's movement has changed everything.
Publisher: Harvard University Press
ISBN: 9780674468856
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 536
Book Description
First published in 1976, this modern feminist classic brings back years of struggle for those who were there, and recreates the past for readers who were not yet born during these struggles for opportunity and respect to which women can now feel entitled. In changing women's lives, the women's movement has changed everything.
Number, the Language of Science
Author: Tobias Dantzig
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Arithmetic
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Arithmetic
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
The Deep
Author: Peter Benchley
Publisher: Pan
ISBN: 9780330250443
Category : English fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 251
Book Description
Publisher: Pan
ISBN: 9780330250443
Category : English fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 251
Book Description
Best Grandma Ever
Author: Nifty Nifty Prints
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781719488266
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
Notebook Journal Features: 100 high quality bright white pages Full size duo sided college ruled lined sheets Simple and elegant matte softbound cover 6" x 9" dimensions; portable size for your bag, school, home or work Can be used as a notebook, journal, diary or composition book for school Perfect for taking notes, recipes, sketching, writing, organizing, doodling, drawing, lists, journaling and brainstorming Notebooks and journals are the perfect gift for adults and kids for any gift giving occasion Designed in the USA Makes a perfect gift idea for: Birthday Gifts Mother's Day Gifts Baby Shower Gifts Baby Announcement Gifts Christmas Gifts Co-worker/Boss Gifts Journal & Planner Lovers Gift Baskets & Stocking Stuffers
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781719488266
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
Notebook Journal Features: 100 high quality bright white pages Full size duo sided college ruled lined sheets Simple and elegant matte softbound cover 6" x 9" dimensions; portable size for your bag, school, home or work Can be used as a notebook, journal, diary or composition book for school Perfect for taking notes, recipes, sketching, writing, organizing, doodling, drawing, lists, journaling and brainstorming Notebooks and journals are the perfect gift for adults and kids for any gift giving occasion Designed in the USA Makes a perfect gift idea for: Birthday Gifts Mother's Day Gifts Baby Shower Gifts Baby Announcement Gifts Christmas Gifts Co-worker/Boss Gifts Journal & Planner Lovers Gift Baskets & Stocking Stuffers
I Love My Gran (6x9 Journal)
Author: Perky Bird Journals Staff
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781546417842
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Let your gran know how awesome she is! A beautiful, bright & bold, striped, fun & personalized notebook. Makes a great Mother's Day, Grandparent's Day, Christmas, Easter, birthday, or any day gift. Perfect for taking notes, jotting lists, doodling, brainstorming, prayer and meditation journaling, writing in as a diary, or giving as a gift. Not too thick & not too thin, so it's a great size to throw in your purse or bag! SIZE: 6 X 9 PAPER: Lightly Lined on White Paper PAGES: 120 Pages (60 Sheets Front/Back) COVER: Soft Cover (Matte)
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781546417842
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Let your gran know how awesome she is! A beautiful, bright & bold, striped, fun & personalized notebook. Makes a great Mother's Day, Grandparent's Day, Christmas, Easter, birthday, or any day gift. Perfect for taking notes, jotting lists, doodling, brainstorming, prayer and meditation journaling, writing in as a diary, or giving as a gift. Not too thick & not too thin, so it's a great size to throw in your purse or bag! SIZE: 6 X 9 PAPER: Lightly Lined on White Paper PAGES: 120 Pages (60 Sheets Front/Back) COVER: Soft Cover (Matte)
Best Grandpa Ever
Author: Nifty Nifty Prints
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781719488273
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
Notebook Journal Features: 100 high quality bright white pages Full size duo sided college ruled lined sheets Simple and elegant matte softbound cover 6" x 9" dimensions; portable size for your bag, school, home or work Can be used as a notebook, journal, diary or composition book for school Perfect for taking notes, recipes, sketching, writing, organizing, doodling, drawing, lists, journaling and brainstorming Notebooks and journals are the perfect gift for adults and kids for any gift giving occasion Designed in the USA Makes a perfect gift idea for: Birthday Gifts Father's Day Gifts Baby Shower Gifts Baby Announcement Gifts Christmas Gifts Co-worker/Boss Gifts Journal & Planner Lovers Gift Baskets & Stocking Stuffers
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781719488273
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
Notebook Journal Features: 100 high quality bright white pages Full size duo sided college ruled lined sheets Simple and elegant matte softbound cover 6" x 9" dimensions; portable size for your bag, school, home or work Can be used as a notebook, journal, diary or composition book for school Perfect for taking notes, recipes, sketching, writing, organizing, doodling, drawing, lists, journaling and brainstorming Notebooks and journals are the perfect gift for adults and kids for any gift giving occasion Designed in the USA Makes a perfect gift idea for: Birthday Gifts Father's Day Gifts Baby Shower Gifts Baby Announcement Gifts Christmas Gifts Co-worker/Boss Gifts Journal & Planner Lovers Gift Baskets & Stocking Stuffers
Best Gran Ever (6x9 Journal)
Author: Perky Bird Journals Staff
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781545536537
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Let your gran know how awesome she is! A beautiful, bright & bold, striped, fun & personalized notebook. Makes a great Mother's Day, Grandparent's Day, birthday, or any day gift. Perfect for taking notes, jotting lists, doodling, brainstorming, prayer and meditation journaling, writing in as a diary, or giving as a gift. Not too thick & not too thin, so it's a great size to throw in your purse or bag! SIZE: 6 X 9 PAPER: Lightly Lined on White Paper PAGES: 120 Pages (60 Sheets Front/Back) COVER: Soft Cover (Matte)
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781545536537
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Let your gran know how awesome she is! A beautiful, bright & bold, striped, fun & personalized notebook. Makes a great Mother's Day, Grandparent's Day, birthday, or any day gift. Perfect for taking notes, jotting lists, doodling, brainstorming, prayer and meditation journaling, writing in as a diary, or giving as a gift. Not too thick & not too thin, so it's a great size to throw in your purse or bag! SIZE: 6 X 9 PAPER: Lightly Lined on White Paper PAGES: 120 Pages (60 Sheets Front/Back) COVER: Soft Cover (Matte)