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Innumeracy

Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences

by John Allen Paulos ...

This New York Times bestseller shows how understanding probability and statistics can change your life: "Brief, witty, and full of practical applications." — Time MagazineWhy do even well-educated people understand so little about mathematics? And what are the costs of our innumeracy? John Allen Paulos argues that our inability to deal rationally with very large numbers and the probabilities ... Read more

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This New York Times bestseller shows how understanding probability and statistics can change your life: "Brief, witty, and full of practical applications." — Time MagazineWhy do even well-educated people understand so little about mathematics? And what are the costs of our innumeracy? John Allen Paulos argues that our inability to deal rationally with very large numbers and the probabilities
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Beyond Numeracy

by John Allen Paulos ...

From the author of the national bestseller Innumeracy, a delightful exploration and explanation of mathematical concepts from algebra to zero in easily accessible alphabetical entries. "Paulos . . . does for mathematics what The Joy of Sex did for the boudoir. . . ."--Washington Post Book World. First time in paperback. ... Read more

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From the author of the national bestseller Innumeracy, a delightful exploration and explanation of mathematical concepts from algebra to zero in easily accessible alphabetical entries. "Paulos . . . does for mathematics what The Joy of Sex did for the boudoir. . . ."--Washington Post Book World. First time in paperback.
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Tenkara Fishing in Dorset

Tenkara, #1

by John Allen ...

Series Book 1 - Tenkara
Tenkara fishing can be seen as a streamlined counterpart to western fly-fishing. The equipment is designed to direct focus to the actual fishing and catching of the fish, not to cause a major preoccupation with the equipment. Only a rod, tenkara line and fly are necessary for tenkara fishing (no reel is used).The appeal of tenkara is its elegant simplicity. There are also other advantages of using ... Read more

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Tenkara fishing can be seen as a streamlined counterpart to western fly-fishing. The equipment is designed to direct focus to the actual fishing and catching of the fish, not to cause a major preoccupation with the equipment. Only a rod, tenkara line and fly are necessary for tenkara fishing (no reel is used).The appeal of tenkara is its elegant simplicity. There are also other advantages of using
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Tenkara - Ancient and Modern

Tenkara, #2

by John Allen ...

Series Book 2 - Tenkara
Tenkara fishing can be seen as a streamlined counterpart to western fly-fishing. The equipment is designed to direct focus to the actual fishing and catching of the fish, not to cause a major preoccupation with the equipment. Only a rod, Tenkara line and fly are necessary for Tenkara fishing (no reel is used).The appeal of Tenkara is its elegant simplicity with the advantages of using the long ... Read more

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Tenkara fishing can be seen as a streamlined counterpart to western fly-fishing. The equipment is designed to direct focus to the actual fishing and catching of the fish, not to cause a major preoccupation with the equipment. Only a rod, Tenkara line and fly are necessary for Tenkara fishing (no reel is used).The appeal of Tenkara is its elegant simplicity with the advantages of using the long
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Cairngorm John

A Life in Mountain Rescue: 10th Anniversary Edition

by John Allen ...

'A fascinating account of a man of great humility and remarkable courage.' The Daily RecordThe Cairngorm mountains in Scotland are a magnet for climbers and walkers. John Allen spent more than thirty years in the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team saving the lost and injured. Filled with stories of life and death alongside discussions of hypothermia, first aid, new technology and rescue dogs, ... Read more

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'A fascinating account of a man of great humility and remarkable courage.' The Daily RecordThe Cairngorm mountains in Scotland are a magnet for climbers and walkers. John Allen spent more than thirty years in the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team saving the lost and injured. Filled with stories of life and death alongside discussions of hypothermia, first aid, new technology and rescue dogs,
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Rabble-Rouser for Peace

The Authorized Biography of Desmond Tutu

by John Allen ...

South African journalist John Allen movingly captures Desmond Tutu’s life in a commanding story that sheds light on the struggles and triumphs leading up to Tutu’s Nobel Prize for his leadership in the resistance against apartheid in South Africa.To be a rabble-rouser for peace may seem to be a contradiction in terms. And yet it is the perfect description for Desmond Tutu, Nobel laureate and ... Read more

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South African journalist John Allen movingly captures Desmond Tutu’s life in a commanding story that sheds light on the struggles and triumphs leading up to Tutu’s Nobel Prize for his leadership in the resistance against apartheid in South Africa.To be a rabble-rouser for peace may seem to be a contradiction in terms. And yet it is the perfect description for Desmond Tutu, Nobel laureate and
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Freshwater Fishing baits - Explained

by John Allen ...

If you are a course angler or wanting to take up the sport, the bait you use and how you use it is very important. Bait selection is probably the one thing most new anglers struggle with, and the wrong bait can mean you will not catch a fish when others are. In this book I explain the course baits, their use, what fish they are good for; as well as some tips and tricks to get the most out of your ... Read more

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If you are a course angler or wanting to take up the sport, the bait you use and how you use it is very important. Bait selection is probably the one thing most new anglers struggle with, and the wrong bait can mean you will not catch a fish when others are. In this book I explain the course baits, their use, what fish they are good for; as well as some tips and tricks to get the most out of your
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A Mathematician Plays The Stock Market

by John Allen Paulos ...

Can a renowned mathematician successfully outwit the stock market? Not when his biggest investment is WorldCom. In A Mathematician Plays the Stock Market , best-selling author John Allen Paulos employs his trademark stories, vignettes, paradoxes, and puzzles to address every thinking reader's curiosity about the market -- Is it efficient? Is it random? Is there anything to technical analysis, ... Read more

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Can a renowned mathematician successfully outwit the stock market? Not when his biggest investment is WorldCom. In A Mathematician Plays the Stock Market , best-selling author John Allen Paulos employs his trademark stories, vignettes, paradoxes, and puzzles to address every thinking reader's curiosity about the market -- Is it efficient? Is it random? Is there anything to technical analysis,
... Read more
Flatland

A Romance of Many Dimensions

by Edwin A. Abbott, John Allen Paulos ...

Flatland, a place of two dimensions peopled by a hierarchy of geometrical forms, is the home of narrator A. Square, who takes a tour of his bizarre homeland. This tour provides a hilarious satire on Victorian society with questions about the nature of the universe. ... Read more

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Flatland, a place of two dimensions peopled by a hierarchy of geometrical forms, is the home of narrator A. Square, who takes a tour of his bizarre homeland. This tour provides a hilarious satire on Victorian society with questions about the nature of the universe.
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The Battle of Bayan and Other Battles

by James Edgar Allen; John J. Reidy ...

"The Battle of Bayan and Other Battles" is a compelling historical narrative that delves into the intricacies of warfare and its impact on society. Authored by James Edgar Allen and John J. Reidy, the book presents a vivid portrayal of various battles, focusing on the strategic decisions and human experiences that define them. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, the authors ... Read more

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"The Battle of Bayan and Other Battles" is a compelling historical narrative that delves into the intricacies of warfare and its impact on society. Authored by James Edgar Allen and John J. Reidy, the book presents a vivid portrayal of various battles, focusing on the strategic decisions and human experiences that define them. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, the authors
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Modern Judaism: Or a Brief Account of the Opinions, Traditions, Rites, & Ceremonies of the Jews in Modern Times

by John Allen ...

John Allen's discussion of Judaism dates to 1816; for many years, it was the authoritative history of the Jews from the time of Abraham through to the modern day.When sourcing the information necessary for this account, the author was discerning and meticulous: the history of the Jews is a topic of enormous depth and scope, requiring the use of holy books and written records often centuries or ... Read more

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John Allen's discussion of Judaism dates to 1816; for many years, it was the authoritative history of the Jews from the time of Abraham through to the modern day.When sourcing the information necessary for this account, the author was discerning and meticulous: the history of the Jews is a topic of enormous depth and scope, requiring the use of holy books and written records often centuries or
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Uncle John Allen's Rambles in the Rockies, as Related by Himself

by John Allen ...

"I have a record of every incident happening through my life of thirty-four years in the Rocky Mountains." - John Allen, Mountain ManBorn in 1843, after serving in the Civil War, John Allen left on a trapping expedition for the Rockies in the Fall of 1865. From the day he threw his things into Mr. Wagner's wagon, he kept a record of every incident happening in his life of 34 years in the Rocky ... Read more

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"I have a record of every incident happening through my life of thirty-four years in the Rocky Mountains." - John Allen, Mountain ManBorn in 1843, after serving in the Civil War, John Allen left on a trapping expedition for the Rockies in the Fall of 1865. From the day he threw his things into Mr. Wagner's wagon, he kept a record of every incident happening in his life of 34 years in the Rocky
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