The Puzzle Universe: A History of Mathematics in 315 Puzzles Paperback – September 20, 2019

Calling all mathematicians! I got this book for my youngest son, whose birthday is coming up next month. I had sent a copy to my sister a while ago and her husband (a math professor) commandeered it. I don't do math, but I opened the book at random and solved one puzzle (#16, perhaps) in my head, then stopped so I wouldn't break my streak! The book contains puzzles of all sorts - diagrams, word puzzles, plays on words, diagrams, and other things I didn't even recognize. If puzzles relax or fascinate you, get this book at once!

I bought this for my husband who is a total math nerd and he loves it so far!

This amazing collection of all kinds of puzzles is a great coffee table book for dipping in and out perusing. It made and excellent gift for my husband and has entertained many guests.

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One of the best history of universally familiar puzzles that I have seen for some time. The graphics were outstanding and it was impeccably crafted from a production standpoint.

My kids and I love this book except for some brain teasers that aren’t maths at all and aren’t suitable for children. Puzzle 2 shown in the photos is an example. My 12 year old daughter totally didn’t get it. I really wish I didn’t have to explain to her that maybe the author of this book wanted to date Julia Roberts.

Bought this for my hubby and he is happy with it. These are puzzles that he says are fun, but don't require hours of thought.

I really enjoyed the book and would recommend it.