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Riddles of the sphinx, and other mathematical puzzle tales

by Martin Gardner

"Solving these riddles is not simply a matter of logic and calculation, though these play a role.

Puzzles Science fiction Riddles Mathematical recreations
Author Martin Gardner
Published 1987
Format Book

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About Riddles of the sphinx, and other mathematical puzzle tales

"Solving these riddles is not simply a matter of logic and calculation, though these play a role. Luck and inspiration are factors as well, so beginners and experts alike may profitably exercise their wits on Gardner's problems, whose subjects range from geometry to word play to questions relating to physics and geology. We guarantee that you will solve some of these riddles, be stumped by others, and be amused by almost all of the stories and settings that Gardner has devised to raise these questions."--Back cover.

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