Edward Kasner
American mathematician best known for coining the term "googol" and co‑authoring the popular mathematics book "Mathematics and the Imagination" (with James R. Newman). He made contributions to differential geometry and mathematical exposition.
Books
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1. Mathematics And The Imagination
A lively, accessible exploration of fundamental mathematical ideas that blends history, playful examples, and clear explanations to reveal how number systems, geometry, infinity, and modern mathematical thinking shape both scientific insight and everyday imagination; it introduces striking concepts (such as extremely large numbers and the nature of dimensions), demystifies abstract topics through analogies and puzzles, and celebrates the creativity and utility of mathematics for readers without advanced technical background.
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