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It is no secret that most people avoid mathematics, in large measure because elementary school teachers have never done much to motivate a love of the subject matter. In his latest book, mathematician Alfred S. Posamentier provides easily understandable, easily presentable and easily replicated tricks that one can do with mathematics. All that is required is the ability to do arithmetic, understand the very basics of algebra and geometry and have an open mind for probability. From geometrical puzzles to numerical quirks, Mathematical Tricks will give readers that ""aha!"" moment they may never have received at school.

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It is rare to find a book that can so effortlessly combine humor and math; scholarship and anecdotes. The author's love of math comes through effusively and is contagious. Without sacrificing rigor, his writing will lure readers, willingly, deep into a subject that too many find dry and difficult. Math Tricks is a pleasure to read. --Maria Tamargo, Ph.D., Professor of Chemistry at The City College of New York Mathematics does not have to be sequestered to an ivory tower. Posamentier's Math Tricks proves that math can be accessible, engaging, and most importantly, pure fun! This book emanates joy and wonder while edifying skills and concepts in arithmetic, logic, geometry, probability and more. If you are seeking a math book that is as entertaining as it is educational, look no further! --William Farber, Ed.D., Professor of Mathematics Education, Mercy College and Member of the New York State Association of Mathematics Supervisors Hall of Fame Once again, Professor Posamentier has given us a brilliant introduction to mathematical activity. Instead of boring arithmetic, he shows us how playing with numbers can become an addictive activity of endless entertainment suitable for almost any age. No teacher or parent should be without this wonderful collection of games, tricks, puzzles, and magic revelations. Above all, this book makes mathematics lessons and evenings with homework just such fun! --Baroness Pauline Perry, formerly Her Majesty's Chief Inspector of Education, United Kingdom

It is rare to find a book that can so effortlessly combine humor and math; scholarship and anecdotes. The author's love of math comes through effusively and is contagious. Without sacrificing rigor, his writing will lure readers, willingly, deep into a subject that too many find dry and difficult. Math Tricks is a pleasure to read. --Maria Tamargo, Ph.D., Professor of Chemistry at The City College of New York Mathematics does not have to be sequestered to an ivory tower. Posamentier's Math Tricks proves that math can be accessible, engaging, and most importantly, pure fun! This book emanates joy and wonder while edifying skills and concepts in arithmetic, logic, geometry, probability and more. If you are seeking a math book that is as entertaining as it is educational, look no further! --William Farber, Ed.D., Professor of Mathematics Education, Mercy College and Member of the New York State Association of Mathematics Supervisors Hall of Fame Once again, Professor Posamentier has given us a brilliant introduction to mathematical activity. Instead of boring arithmetic, he shows us how playing with numbers can become an addictive activity of endless entertainment suitable for almost any age. No teacher or parent should be without this wonderful collection of games, tricks, puzzles, and magic revelations. Above all, this book makes mathematics lessons and evenings with homework just such fun! --Baroness Pauline Perry, formerly Her Majesty's Chief Inspector of Education, United Kingdom This book presents a treasure trove of wonderful and most unusual aspects of mathematics that the general readership will appreciate. Dr. Posamentier will help readers begin to recognize the power and beauty of mathematics. Math Tricks should have worldwide appeal and set the stage for making mathematics not only useful, but also delightful! --Dr. Miriam Amit, Professor of Mathematics Education at Ben Gurion University, Israel, and former National Superintendent of Mathematics Education for the State of Israel

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Alfred S. Posamentier has published over sixty books in the area of mathematics and mathematics education, including, The Joy of Geometry, Math Makers: The Lives and Works of 50 Famous Mathematicians; The Mathematics of Everyday Life (with Christian Spreitzer); The Joy of Mathematics (with Robert Geretschl&aauml;ger, Charles Li, and Christian Spreitzer); and The Circle: A Mathematical Exploration beyond the Line (with Robert Geretschl&aauml;ger). After having been on the faculty of the City College of the City University of New York for forty years, where he was a professor of mathematics education and dean of the School of Education, he subsequently held the same positions at Mercy College, New York, for five years. He was also executive director for internationalization and sponsored programs at Long Island University, New York. He is currently a Distinguished Lecturer at the New York City College of Technology of the City University of New York.

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