Adam Spencer's World of Numbers
About this ebook
‘Funny, yet with hidden depths – like its author.’ Brian Cox
From the building blocks of life, to the games we play, the food we eat, and the marvels of space, Australia’s funniest mathematician is back with a fascinating snapshot of the world of numbers.
What’s a ‘firkin’? Is a tardigrade animal, vegetable or mineral? How fast is Usain Bolt ... really? And what’s the record for the most lobster rolls eaten in 10 minutes? All these questions and more are answered in Adam Spencer’s World of Numbers.
This is a book for young and old – for anyone who’s ever wondered how things work, who loves puzzles and numbers, or is just plain curious about the amazing world around us.
After his bestselling Big Book of Numbers, Australia’s funniest and most famous mathematician is back by popular demand! Adam Spencer has been entertaining us for almost 20 years on triple j, ABC radio and television. You can find him on Twitter @adambspencer, on the web at adamspencer.com.au and on Facebook.
Praise for Adam Spencer’s Big Book of Numbers
‘Funny, informative and, even better for dummies like me, all the answers are in the back.’ Wil Anderson
‘If you find this book boring, you should be in a clinic.’ John Cleese
‘Every bright young mind in Australia should read Adam Spencer’s Big Book of Numbers – and we oldies would benefit too.’ Peter FitzSimons
‘Even the page numbers will start to look fascinating once you’ve read this book!’ Amanda Keller
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About the author
In 1996, while doing a Maths PhD at Sydney Uni, Adam Spencer won the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Raw Comedy Championship. He went on to host the legendary triple j breakfast show with Wil Anderson before graduating to 702 ABC Sydney where he secured record ratings for the station for eight years. His TV credits include The Glasshouse, Good News Week, The Project, Q&A and, with Dr Karl, Sleek Geeks. His 2013 TED talk at Long Beach California on Prime numbers is a geek comedy classic and has had over 1.5 million views. Adam lives on the NSW Central Coast with his family.
www.adamspencer.com.au
