Four Colors Suffice
Subtitle: How the Map Problem Was Solved
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: October 18, 2004
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 280
ISBN-13: 9780691120232
Subjects: Map making & projections; Mathematics; Science/Mathematics; History & Philosophy; History of Science and Medicine, Philosophy of Science; Mathematics / History
First sentence: Solving any type of puzzle, such as a jigsaw or crossword puzzle, can be enjoyed purely for relaxation and recreation, and certainly the four-colour problem has provided many hours of enjoyment - and frustration - for many people.