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Mathematics and Chess - (Dover Math Games & Puzzles) by Miodrag Petkovic (Paperback)
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Highlights
- Here is a splendid collection of 99 puzzles, some adapted and some original with the author, and all built around some form of the chessboard, generally the well-known 8 x 8 version.In this book you'll find a rich selection of arithmetical and probability problems, chessboard recreations, geometrical puzzles, mathematical amusements and games, and more.
- Author(s): Miodrag Petkovic
- 160 Pages
- Games, Puzzles
- Series Name: Dover Math Games & Puzzles
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About the Book
Ninety nine puzzles built around the chessboard. Arithmetical and probability problems, chessboard recreations, geometrical puzzles, mathematical amusements and games, more. Solutions.Book Synopsis
Here is a splendid collection of 99 puzzles, some adapted and some original with the author, and all built around some form of the chessboard, generally the well-known 8 x 8 version.In this book you'll find a rich selection of arithmetical and probability problems, chessboard recreations, geometrical puzzles, mathematical amusements and games, and more. In many cases, the author has modified standard problems with new, interesting twists. To solve these puzzles, you don't have to be a chess player. All you need to know are the rules of the games, and in some cases, not even that.
Clearly described and accurately answered, these perplexing puzzles will appeal not only to math and chess buffs but also to everyone who enjoys testing their wits against a carefully selected array of the best puzzles in recreational math literature. Includes solutions.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.5 Inches (H) x 5.41 Inches (W) x .36 Inches (D)
Weight: .37 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Series Title: Dover Math Games & Puzzles
Sub-Genre: Puzzles
Genre: Games
Number of Pages: 160
Publisher: Dover Publications
Format: Paperback
Author: Miodrag Petkovic
Language: English
Street Date: November 2, 2011
TCIN: 78080034
UPC: 9780486294322
Item Number (DPCI): 247-36-1623
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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