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The Number Devil

A Mathematical Adventure
By Hans Magnus Enzensberger
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The Number Devil by Hans Magnus Enzensberger is a charming exploration of mathematical concepts through the adventures of a young boy named Robert. Frustrated by his repetitive nightmares, Robert encounters the curious Number Devil in his dreams, who introduces him to the marvels of mathematics, such as prime numbers and Fibonacci sequences, in imaginative and understandable ways. This book creatively combines whimsical storytelling with educational insights, making maths accessible and fun for young readers.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy whimsical tales that make learning maths fun and engaging. It introduces thought-provoking mathematical concepts through imaginative storytelling, transforming potentially complex ideas into playful adventures. Perfect for young readers who are curious about numbers or anyone who appreciates a clever blend of fantasy and education.

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Essential reading for anyone, of any age, who has ever been mystified by maths.

An international best-seller that does for maths what Sophie's World did for philosophy.

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Twelve-year-old Robert hates his maths teacher. He sets his class boring problems and won't let them use their calculators.

Then in his dreams, Robert meets the Number Devil, who brings the subject of mathematics magically to life, illustrating with wit and charm a world in which numbers can amaze and fascinate. Here, maths is nothing like the dreary, difficult process that so many of us dread.

The Number Devil knows how to make maths devilishly simple.

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The Number Devil by Hans Magnus Enzensberger is praised for its innovative and engaging approach to explaining mathematical concepts, likened to the popularity of Pythagoras as a character akin to Harry Potter. Reviewers appreciate the book's potential to diminish fear of mathematics, making it appealing not only to mathematically curious children familiar with fractions and square roots but also to their parents. It is noted for being more appealing than a traditional textbook, encouraging joint exploration by adults and children.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781847080530

Publisher: Granta Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2008

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Granta Books

Illustration: colour illustrations

Contributors:

  • Translated by Michael Henry Heim
  • Illustrated by Rotraut Susanne Berner
  • Translated by Michael Henry Heim
  • Translated by Michael Henry Heim

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 405g

Pages: 264

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Childrenโ€™s, Teenage and Educational Hans Magnus Enzensberger Young Adult

About the Author

Hans Magnus Enzensberger is one of Germany's greatest living writers. He lives in Munich.

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