The puzzler's dilemma
Subtitle: from the Lighthouse of Alexandria to Monty Hall, a fresh look at classic conundrums of logic, mathematics, and life
By: Derrick Niederman
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: Perigee Trade
Published: 2012
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9780399537295
Subjects: MATHEMATICS / Logic; MATHEMATICS / Reference; Symbolic and mathematical Logic; Mathematical recreations
Description: "From mathematics to word puzzles, from logic to lateral thinking, veteran puzzle maker Derrick Niederman delights in tackling the trickiest brainteasers in a new way. Using real-world analogies, infectious humor, and a fresh approach, this deceptively simple volume will challenge, amuse, enlighten, and surprise even the most experienced puzzle solver"--