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Mathematical Conversations: Selections from The Mathematical Intelligencer

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The Mathematical Intelligencer is a one of a kind publication in the field of mathematics, and this compilation pulls together in one volume a selection of the best of the Intelligencer, from its first eighteen years. Professional mathematicians, or readers with some training in the field will find it of great interest.

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