[PDF] The Mathematical Works Of Lewis Carroll eBook

Author : Robin Wilson
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 46,97 MB
Release : 2019-02-14
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 0192549014

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Charles Lutwidge Dodgson is best known for his 'Alice' books, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass, written under his pen name of Lewis Carroll. Yet, whilst lauded for his work in children's fiction and his pioneering work in the world of Victorian photography, his everyday job was a lecturer in Mathematics at Christ Church, Oxford University. The Mathematical World of Charles L. Dodgson (Lewis Carroll) explores the academic background behind this complex individual, outlining his mathematical life, describing his writings in geometry, algebra, logic, the theory of voting, and recreational mathematics, before going on to discuss his mathematical legacy. This is the first academic work that collects the research on Dodgson's wide-ranging mathematical achievements into a single practical volume. Much material appears here for the first time, such as Dodgson's personal letters and drawings, as well as the results of recent investigations into the life and work of Dodgson. Complementing this are many illustrations, both historical and explanatory, as well as a full mathematical bibliography of Dodgson's mathematical publications.

Author : Robin Wilson
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 29,48 MB
Release : 2008-07-30
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 0141920785

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Lewis Carroll's books have delighted children and adults for generations, but behind their exuberant fantasy and delightful nonsense was the mind of a brilliant mathematician. Now his forgotten achievements in the world of numbers are brought to light by acclaimed author and mathematician Robin Wilson. Here he explores the curious imagination of a man whose pioneering work at Oxford University included investigations into voting patterns and tennis seeding, who dreamt up numerical conundrums in bed at night and who filled his writings with problems, paradoxes, puzzles and teasing games of logic. Taking us into a world of mock turtles and maps, gryphons and gravity, Lewis Carroll in Numberland reveals the singular mind of a genius.

Author : Lewis Carroll
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 33,95 MB
Release : 2023-12-21
Category : Mathematics
ISBN :

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Lewis Carroll wrote several mathematics books. He was mainly interested in using logic diagrams as a pedagogical tool. Symbolic Logic, first published in 1896, contains literally dozens of puzzles. He believed heartily that children would enjoy learning mathematics if they could be enticed by amusing stories and puzzles. The Game of Logic, published in 1897, was intended to teach logic to children. His "game" consisted of a card with two diagrams, together with a set of counters, five grey and four red. The two diagrams were Carroll's version of a two-set and a three-set Venn diagram. A manuscript of a brief lecture Lewis Carroll once gave, Feeding the Mind, discusses the importance of not only feeding the body, but also the mind. Carroll wittily puts forth connections between the diet of the body and mind, and gives helpful tips on how to best digest knowledge in the brain. This essay was originally printed in 1907. Lewis Carroll ((1832-1898) is best known as the author of Alice in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking Glass. His real name was Charles Dodgson. His father, the Reverend Charles Dodgson, instilled in his son a love of mathematics from an early age. Lewis studied at Oxford, and later taught there as a Mathematics Lecturer.

Author : Charles Lutwidge Dodgson
Publisher :
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 24,20 MB
Release : 2001
Category : History
ISBN :

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Approximately 35 letters, pamphlets, booklets, and leaflets are reprinted here. Written between 1860 and 1897, some are attributed to Dodgson, some to Lewis Carroll, and others to Phayllus, East Sheen, Sir John Lubbock, Arthur Cohen, W.C. Sidgwick, F.R.C., G.A. Simcox, Lord Salisbury, and Dynamite--but they are all the work of one man. The brief pieces discuss fair elections, proportional representation, political humor, and sports (especially lawn tennis). Mathematical and statistical issues are placed in the foreground. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.

Author : Lewis Carroll
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 29,68 MB
Release : 1992-03-27
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9780486269221

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Forty-two perplexing puzzles by creator of Alice in Wonderland: Cakes in a Row, Looking-Glass Time, Arithmetical Croquet, Diverse Doublets, and others. Hints, solutions. Illustrations by John Tenniel.

Author : Lewis Carroll
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 42,25 MB
Release : 1995-01-01
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9780486288611

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This challenging collection of 42 mathematical mind-benders, compiled by a noted Lewis Carroll scholar, includes Castle Croquet, A Sticky but Polished Riddle, Who's Coming to Dinner?, A New Way to Pay Old Debts, Eligible Apartments, Predicting the Total, and more. Includes complete solutions and drawings by John Tenniel, the original illustrator of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.

Author : Lewis Carroll
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 358 pages
File Size : 45,41 MB
Release : 2024-01-01
Category : Mathematics
ISBN :

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This carefully crafted ebook: "Selected Mathematical Works: Symbolic Logic + The Game of Logic + Feeding the Mind" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Lewis Carroll wrote several mathematics books. He was mainly interested in using logic diagrams as a pedagogical tool. Symbolic Logic, first published in 1896, contains literally dozens of puzzles. He believed heartily that children would enjoy learning mathematics if they could be enticed by amusing stories and puzzles. The Game of Logic, published in 1897, was intended to teach logic to children. His "game" consisted of a card with two diagrams, together with a set of counters, five grey and four red. The two diagrams were Carroll's version of a two-set and a three-set Venn diagram. A manuscript of a brief lecture Lewis Carroll once gave, Feeding the Mind, discusses the importance of not only feeding the body, but also the mind. Carroll wittily puts forth connections between the diet of the body and mind, and gives helpful tips on how to best digest knowledge in the brain. This essay was originally printed in 1907. Lewis Carroll ((1832-1898) is best known as the author of Alice in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking Glass. His real name was Charles Dodgson. His father, the Reverend Charles Dodgson, instilled in his son a love of mathematics from an early age. Lewis studied at Oxford, and later taught there as a Mathematics Lecturer.

Author : Martin Gardner
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 21,64 MB
Release : 2007-04-03
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 0387289526

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This book contains scores of intriguing puzzles and paradoxes from Lewis Carroll, the author of Alice in Wonderland, whose interests ranged from inventing new games like Arithmetical Croquet to important problems in symbolic logic and propositional calculus. Written by Carroll expert and well-known mathematics author Martin Gardner, this tour through Carroll's inventions is both fun and informative.

Author : Gillian Beer
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 307 pages
File Size : 47,52 MB
Release : 2016-11-30
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0226041506

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An examination of Carroll's books about Alice explores the contextual knowledge of the time period in which it was written, addressing such topics as time, games, mathematics, and taxonomies.

Author : Lewis Carroll
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 359 pages
File Size : 16,17 MB
Release : 2023-12-19
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN :

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Lewis Carroll's 'Selected Mathematical Works' is a comprehensive collection of three of his lesser-known but influential pieces: 'Symbolic Logic,' 'The Game of Logic,' and 'Feeding the Mind.' Carroll's work delves into the world of mathematics through the lens of logic and reasoning, offering readers a unique perspective on mathematical concepts. With his playful and imaginative literary style, Carroll engages readers in complex mathematical ideas, making them accessible to a wider audience. These works are a testament to Carroll's diverse talents as a scholar and writer, showcasing his ability to blend literature and mathematics seamlessly. In the context of the Victorian era, Carroll's mathematical works were ahead of their time, challenging traditional academic perspectives and paving the way for future explorations in logic and symbolism. Lewis Carroll, known for his iconic work 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland,' was also a mathematician and logician, which undoubtedly influenced his writings on mathematics. His passion for both literature and mathematics is evident in 'Selected Mathematical Works,' making it a valuable contribution to the intersection of these two disciplines. I highly recommend this book to readers interested in exploring the fascinating connections between mathematics, logic, and literature, as well as those intrigued by Carroll's multifaceted talents and intellectual pursuits.