"An in-depth, easy-to-understand examination of the basic physical laws of nature and how they influence our universe."

"An amazing journey from our moon to the most distant stars, revealing the magic and majesty of our universe."

This stress-free layperson's introduction to the intriguing world of numbers is designed to acquaint the general reader with the elegance and wonder of mathematics. Unlike the typical boot-camp experience of a high school or college calculus course, Jefferson Hane Weaver's approach is more like a relaxing and educational walking tour. Along the way, tour-guide Weaver points out, explains, and invites readers to sample some of the most interesting topics.
Even the most math-phobic among us will be lulled into appreciation by Weaver's creative and disarming discussions of this supposedly...