Infinity Beyond by Lieber Lillian (23 results)

Paperback. Condition: Good. "The interpolations tying mathematics into human life and thought are brilliantly clear."--Booklist "Her presentation.is conversational and humorous, and should help to simplify some complex concepts."--Kirkus Infinity. It sounds simple.but is it? This elegant, accessible, and playful book artfully illuminates one of the most intriguing ideas in mathematics. Lillian Lieber presents an entertaining, yet thorough, explanation of the concept and cleverly connects mathematical reasoning to larger issues in society. Infinity includes a new foreword by Harvard professor Barry Mazur. "Another excellent book for the lay reader of mathematics.In explaining [infinity], the author introduces the reader to a good many other mathematical terms and concepts that seem unintelligible in a formal text but are much less formidable when presented in the author's individual and very readable style."--Library Journal "Mrs. Lieber, in this text illustrated by her husband, Hugh Gray Lieber, has tackled the formidable task of explaining infinity in simple terms, in short line, short sentence technique popularized by her in The Education of T.C. MITS."--Chicago Sunday Tribune Lillian Lieber was the head of the Department of Mathematics at Long Island University. She wrote a series of lighthearted (and well-respected) math books in the 1940s, including The Einstein Theory of Relativity and The Education of T.C. MITS (also published by Paul Dry Books). Hugh Gray Lieber was the head of the Department of Fine Arts at Long Island University. He illustrated many books written by his wife Lillian. Barry Mazur is a mathematician and is the Gerhard Gade University Professor at Harvard University. He is the author of Imagining Numbers (particularly the square root of minus fifteen). He has won numerous honors in his field, including the Veblen Prize, Cole Prize, Steele Prize, and Chauvenet Prize. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator). …

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

Condition: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: Good. "The interpolations tying mathematics into human life and thought are brilliantly clear."--Booklist "Her presentation.is conversational and humorous, and should help to simplify some complex concepts."--Kirkus Infinity. It sounds simple.but is it? This elegant, accessible, and playful book artfully illuminates one of the most intriguing ideas in mathematics. Lillian Lieber presents an entertaining, yet thorough, explanation of the concept and cleverly connects mathematical reasoning to larger issues in society. Infinity includes a new foreword by Harvard professor Barry Mazur. "Another excellent book for the lay reader of mathematics.In explaining [infinity], the author introduces the reader to a good many other mathematical terms and concepts that seem unintelligible in a formal text but are much less formidable when presented in the author's individual and very readable style."--Library Journal "Mrs. Lieber, in this text illustrated by her husband, Hugh Gray Lieber, has tackled the formidable task of explaining infinity in simple terms, in short line, short sentence technique popularized by her in The Education of T.C. MITS."--Chicago Sunday Tribune Lillian Lieber was the head of the Department of Mathematics at Long Island University. She wrote a series of lighthearted (and well-respected) math books in the 1940s, including The Einstein Theory of Relativity and The Education of T.C. MITS (also published by Paul Dry Books). Hugh Gray Lieber was the head of the Department of Fine Arts at Long Island University. He illustrated many books written by his wife Lillian. Barry Mazur is a mathematician and is the Gerhard Gade University Professor at Harvard University. He is the author of Imagining Numbers (particularly the square root of minus fifteen). He has won numerous honors in his field, including the Veblen Prize, Cole Prize, Steele Prize, and Chauvenet Prize. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator). …

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

Condition: New. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. All of our books without an ISBN number (normally pre-1970 in date) are described individually in detail. Books with an ISBN number (this one included) are all offered for sale in good condition or better: some may be in very good, near fine, or fine condition. If the condition is critical to your decision to purchase, then please contact us and we will let you know our view of its condition. If the book is very heavy, we will may need to contact you before completion of purchase to advise you of extra postage costs. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).…

Condition: New. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

Condition: New. Num Pages: 262 pages, 26 b/w illus. BIC Classification: PB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 129 x 18. Weight in Grams: 274. . 2007. 1st Paul Dry Books Ed. Paperback. . . . . Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

Condition: New. Num Pages: 262 pages, 26 b/w illus. BIC Classification: PB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 129 x 18. Weight in Grams: 274. . 2007. 1st Paul Dry Books Ed. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

Condition: New. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

Condition: New. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

Condition: New. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Hugh Gray Lieber (illustrator).…

Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Hugh Gray Lieber (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. 359 pages, fourth printing. Ex-college library marks, light wear; pages toned with age; a solid binding. The jacket has some wear and tear; clipped; wrapped and taped inside; tape stains. Illustrator: Lieber, Hugh Gray. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Science & Nature; Inventory No: 235071. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator). …

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 359 pages. 8.00x5.00x0.75 inches. In Stock. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

Soft cover. Condition: Fine. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).

paperback. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title. Lieber, Hugh Gray (illustrator).