The Simpsons And Their Mathematical Secrets by Simon Singh
The Mathematics of the Simpsons and Futurama
A lively, accessible exploration of the sophisticated mathematics hidden in episodes and jokes from The Simpsons and Futurama, showing how the writers weave number theory, topology, cryptography, chaos, and other advanced concepts into gags and storylines. Mixing clear explanations, sleuthing through specific episodes, and conversations with the show’s mathematically minded contributors, it reveals how popular culture can both conceal and illuminate deep mathematical ideas for general readers and fans.
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- 2013
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- 320 pages
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