--- product_id: 235290 title: "One Two Three . . . Infinity: Facts and Speculations of Science (Dover Books on Mathematics)" price: "S/.101" currency: PEN in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.pe/products/235290-one-two-three-infinity-facts-and-speculations-of-science-dover store_origin: PE region: Peru --- # One Two Three . . . Infinity: Facts and Speculations of Science (Dover Books on Mathematics) **Price:** S/.101 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** One Two Three . . . Infinity: Facts and Speculations of Science (Dover Books on Mathematics) - **How much does it cost?** S/.101 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pe](https://www.desertcart.pe/products/235290-one-two-three-infinity-facts-and-speculations-of-science-dover) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description ". . . full of intellectual treats and tricks, of whimsy and deep scientific philosophy. It is highbrow entertainment at its best, a teasing challenge to all who aspire to think about the universe." — NewYork Herald Tribune One of the world's foremost nuclear physicists (celebrated for his theory of radioactive decay, among other accomplishments), George Gamow, possessed the unique ability to make the world of science accessible to the general reader. In the pages of this book, readers grapple with such crucial matters as whether it is possible to bend space, why a rocket shrinks, the "end of the world problem," excursions into the fourth dimension, and a host of other compelling topics for the scientifically curious. Includes over 120 delightful pen-and-ink illustrations by the author. Accessible Science : George Gamow, a renowned nuclear physicist, makes complex scientific concepts accessible to general readers, bringing the world of science to life. Wide Range of Topics : Among the topics scrutinized are the macrocosm and the microcosm, theory of numbers, relativity of space and time, entropy, genes, atomic structure, nuclear fission, and the origin of the solar system. Engaging Writing Style : Gamow's good humor and pedagogical prowess make exploring scientific concepts delightful and captivating, keeping readers engaged throughout the book. Illustrated Explanations : With over 120 pen-and-ink illustrations, Gamow enhances the understanding of concepts, machine components, and techniques, making the book visually engaging and aiding comprehension. "In One Two Three . . . Infinity, as in his other books, George Gamow succeeds where others fail because of his remarkable ability to combine technical accuracy, choice of material, dignity of expression, and readability." — SaturdayReview ofLiterature Whatever your level of scientific expertise, chances are you'll derive great pleasure, stimulation, and information from this unusual and imaginative book. It belongs in the library of anyone curious about the wonders of the scientific universe. Review: You want your 10-year-old to win a Nobel prize some day? - Then give her this book! It seems that almost all the reviewers had the same experience: we read this book at an early age, and it was so fascinating, so inspiring, and so magical that it directed us into math and science for the rest of our lives. In my case the book was loaned to me when I was about 12, by my best friend's father. As a result, when I wrote MY first math book (which cannot begin to compare with Gamow's!) thirty-five years later, I dedicated it to my friend's father in gratitude. The book explains how mathematics and science really works, in language which a young person with an eighth grade education can understand. Everyone thinks it takes a genius to understand relativity, but there are lots of fifteen-year-olds walking around with a decent understanding of Special Relativity simply because they read this book. But don't be misled into thinking this book is just for young people. It's for anyone who thirsts for knowledge and understanding, anyone who realizes that it doesn't require an alien life form to understand physics and math. Gamow discusses some of the great unsolved problems in mathematics (at least two of which - the four-color problem and Fermat's Last Theorem - have been solved since the book was written), the theory of relativity, the usefulness of imaginary numbers (square roots of negatives), geometry of more than three dimensions, and many other topics which most people think are accessible only to those anointed with stratospheric IQ's. But Gamow's writing is so clear and entertaining that you'll come away wondering why EVERYBODY doesn't understand those topics. A particularly vivid memory I have of the book is Gamow's demonstration that there are different sizes of infinity. He didn't originate the idea, of course; it was first thought of by a mathematician named Georg Cantor. But once again Gamow makes the mathematics so clear and accessible that I was enthralled. You will be too. Review: ~ 20 years ~ another personal experience with this book - It is great to see that this book is still available after so many years (this book was written way way before 1988 as noted here). It's also a joy to see so many positive comments on the book. This book is a beautiful piece of work on sciences. As said, if you want to have your children into the world of science, try this book, I myself am a testimony. My personal story with this book is very long. It went back to my high school time in 1980's in China. I was a normal kid just like a typical high-school student in China in that era - love to play around but was bound by the endless homework and exams. I was lucky enough for getting good scores in all my science programs without much trouble, but didn't really have much passion on sciences. This book came to me accidentally when I looked into one of my classmate's book collections. By just browsing couple pages, I was totally into it! The book was a translated Chinese version (of course, barely started my English class at that time), and my classmate got it from the library (thank god, we did have libraries after the deadly culture revolution). It may be hard for you to understand what I did at that time: without a copier, I copied the whole physics part of the book by hand writting! This book inspired me to be a physicist - an idea that has never been changed ever since. Now, >20 years passed, as a physicist working in one of the best institutes in the world. I can't help writing another personal experience on this book. The beauty of this book just can never be exaggerated. Of course, we do not want/need all our kids to become scientists. But if you want them to enjoy the fascination of sciences, even just as a hobby, this book is one of the keys to open the door! As in some reviews, it may be a pity that there is no newer edition of this book, considering much of the contents have indeed been updated now. However, enough books have been messed up by "updates". For this book, enjoying sciences is the most important inspiration to our kids, and they will NOT be confused if they later realize that some contents in the book should have been updated. Renovations/innovations are always the cases for sciences anyway. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #80,346 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #14 in Fractal Mathematics #38 in Scientific Research #53 in Relativity Physics (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 681 Reviews | ## Images ![One Two Three . . . Infinity: Facts and Speculations of Science (Dover Books on Mathematics) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71gimL7Qp2L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You want your 10-year-old to win a Nobel prize some day? *by S***Y on August 1, 2000* Then give her this book! It seems that almost all the reviewers had the same experience: we read this book at an early age, and it was so fascinating, so inspiring, and so magical that it directed us into math and science for the rest of our lives. In my case the book was loaned to me when I was about 12, by my best friend's father. As a result, when I wrote MY first math book (which cannot begin to compare with Gamow's!) thirty-five years later, I dedicated it to my friend's father in gratitude. The book explains how mathematics and science really works, in language which a young person with an eighth grade education can understand. Everyone thinks it takes a genius to understand relativity, but there are lots of fifteen-year-olds walking around with a decent understanding of Special Relativity simply because they read this book. But don't be misled into thinking this book is just for young people. It's for anyone who thirsts for knowledge and understanding, anyone who realizes that it doesn't require an alien life form to understand physics and math. Gamow discusses some of the great unsolved problems in mathematics (at least two of which - the four-color problem and Fermat's Last Theorem - have been solved since the book was written), the theory of relativity, the usefulness of imaginary numbers (square roots of negatives), geometry of more than three dimensions, and many other topics which most people think are accessible only to those anointed with stratospheric IQ's. But Gamow's writing is so clear and entertaining that you'll come away wondering why EVERYBODY doesn't understand those topics. A particularly vivid memory I have of the book is Gamow's demonstration that there are different sizes of infinity. He didn't originate the idea, of course; it was first thought of by a mathematician named Georg Cantor. But once again Gamow makes the mathematics so clear and accessible that I was enthralled. You will be too. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ~ 20 years ~ another personal experience with this book *by T***L on April 23, 2010* It is great to see that this book is still available after so many years (this book was written way way before 1988 as noted here). It's also a joy to see so many positive comments on the book. This book is a beautiful piece of work on sciences. As said, if you want to have your children into the world of science, try this book, I myself am a testimony. My personal story with this book is very long. It went back to my high school time in 1980's in China. I was a normal kid just like a typical high-school student in China in that era - love to play around but was bound by the endless homework and exams. I was lucky enough for getting good scores in all my science programs without much trouble, but didn't really have much passion on sciences. This book came to me accidentally when I looked into one of my classmate's book collections. By just browsing couple pages, I was totally into it! The book was a translated Chinese version (of course, barely started my English class at that time), and my classmate got it from the library (thank god, we did have libraries after the deadly culture revolution). It may be hard for you to understand what I did at that time: without a copier, I copied the whole physics part of the book by hand writting! This book inspired me to be a physicist - an idea that has never been changed ever since. Now, >20 years passed, as a physicist working in one of the best institutes in the world. I can't help writing another personal experience on this book. The beauty of this book just can never be exaggerated. Of course, we do not want/need all our kids to become scientists. But if you want them to enjoy the fascination of sciences, even just as a hobby, this book is one of the keys to open the door! As in some reviews, it may be a pity that there is no newer edition of this book, considering much of the contents have indeed been updated now. However, enough books have been messed up by "updates". For this book, enjoying sciences is the most important inspiration to our kids, and they will NOT be confused if they later realize that some contents in the book should have been updated. Renovations/innovations are always the cases for sciences anyway. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ For a certain mindset, not a casual read but fantastic. *by G***E on April 1, 2015* This is a very interesting read, but I've been attempting to read this while on my lunch break at work. It is NOT a "pick up a book and read for a second" type of book. This book, while in the preface explaining that it was originally meant for children, has very mind boggling concepts regarding infinity and a mindset has to be adopted to read with ease. Fantastic concepts, not finished with the book at this point as I've struggled to find the time to dig into it. ## Frequently Bought Together - One Two Three . . . 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