A Mathematical Mystery Tour: Discovering the Truth and Beauty of the Cosmos

by A.K. Dewdney

Praise for A. K. Dewdney Yes, We Have No Neutrons "We need more books like this-especially if they're this much fun to read." -Wired "Dewdney manages to make this catalog of error entertaining as well as instructive; good medicine for both skeptics and true believers." -Kirkus Reviews "Written with wit and a touch of pathos-and sure to please science lovers." -Publishers Weekly 200% of Nothing "It is impossible to read this timely, important book without enjoyment and eye-opening enlightenment." -Martin Gardner "An entertaining, stinging exposé." -Publishers Weekly

Genres: Mathematics, Science, Nonfiction

224 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1999

About the author

Alexander Keewatin (A.K.) Dewdney is a professor of computer science at the University of Western Ontario, a mathematician, environmental scientist, and author of books on diverse subjects.

Wanderers of cyberspace may discover something about my life as a mathematician and computer scientist, environmental scientist, conservationist, and author of books and articles.

The name "Keewatin" is an Ojibway word meaning "north wind."
The name ":Dewdney" is from the French/Jewish name, "Dieudonne."

Reviews

[Tricia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Picked this up randomly at a library book sale & enjoyed a jaunt into very unfamiliar territory. I liked the way he wrote it as interviews with different imaginary scholars.

[Brett · Rating 3 out of 5]

Engaging at times with unsatisfying conclusions.