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Longitude

by Dava Sobel ...

The dramatic human story of an epic scientific quest: the search for the solution of how to calculate longitude and the unlikely triumph of an English genius. With a Foreword by Neil Armstrong.‘Sobel has done the impossible and made horology sexy – no mean feat’ New ScientistAnyone alive in the 18th century would have known that ‘the longitude problem’ was the thorniest scientific dilemma of the ... Read more

$13.99 NZD

The dramatic human story of an epic scientific quest: the search for the solution of how to calculate longitude and the unlikely triumph of an English genius. With a Foreword by Neil Armstrong.‘Sobel has done the impossible and made horology sexy – no mean feat’ New ScientistAnyone alive in the 18th century would have known that ‘the longitude problem’ was the thorniest scientific dilemma of the
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What We Cannot Know

Explorations at the Edge of Knowledge

by Marcus du Sautoy ...

‘Brilliant and fascinating. No one is better at making the recondite accessible and exciting’ Bill BrysonBritain’s most famous mathematician takes us to the edge of knowledge to show us what we cannot know.Is the universe infinite?Do we know what happened before the Big Bang?Where is human consciousness located in the brain?And are there more undiscovered particles out there, beyond the... ... Read more

$12.99 NZD

‘Brilliant and fascinating. No one is better at making the recondite accessible and exciting’ Bill BrysonBritain’s most famous mathematician takes us to the edge of knowledge to show us what we cannot know.Is the universe infinite?Do we know what happened before the Big Bang?Where is human consciousness located in the brain?And are there more undiscovered particles out there, beyond the...
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Limitless Mind

Learn, Lead and Live Without Barriers

by Jo Boaler ...

When we learn, we change what we believe and how we interact with the world. This changes who we are as people and what we can achieve.Many people grow up being told they are ‘not a maths person’ or perhaps ‘not smart’. They come to believe their potential is limited.Now, however, the latest science has revealed that our identities are constantly in flux; when we learn new things, we can change ... Read more

$14.99 NZD

When we learn, we change what we believe and how we interact with the world. This changes who we are as people and what we can achieve.Many people grow up being told they are ‘not a maths person’ or perhaps ‘not smart’. They come to believe their potential is limited.Now, however, the latest science has revealed that our identities are constantly in flux; when we learn new things, we can change
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Birds

by Jim Flegg ...

Series series Collins Gem
The ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material.This is the perfect pocket guide for keen birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts to identify the most commonly seen species in Britain and Europe.Authoritative text and beautiful photographs show the distinguishing features of each bird, including notes on appearance, colour and ... Read more

$5.99 NZD

The ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material.This is the perfect pocket guide for keen birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts to identify the most commonly seen species in Britain and Europe.Authoritative text and beautiful photographs show the distinguishing features of each bird, including notes on appearance, colour and
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Algebra: A Complete Introduction

The Easy Way to Learn Algebra

by Hugh Neill ...

Algebra: A Complete Introduction is the most comprehensive yet easy-to-use introduction to using Algebra.Written by a leading expert, this book will help you if you are studying for an important exam or essay, or if you simply want to improve your knowledge.The book covers all the key areas of algebra including elementary operations, linear equations, formulae, simultaneous equations, quadratic ... Read more

$16.99 NZD

Algebra: A Complete Introduction is the most comprehensive yet easy-to-use introduction to using Algebra.Written by a leading expert, this book will help you if you are studying for an important exam or essay, or if you simply want to improve your knowledge.The book covers all the key areas of algebra including elementary operations, linear equations, formulae, simultaneous equations, quadratic
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The Language of the Genes

by Steve Jones ...

Steve Jones’s highly acclaimed, double prize-winning, bestselling first book is now fully revised to cover all the new genetic breakthroughs from GM food to Dolly the sheep. ’An essential sightseer’s guide to our own genetic terrain.’ Peter Tallack, Sunday Telegraph’Superb and stimulating…an exhilarating trip around the double spiral of DNA, a rush of gravity-defying concepts and wild swerves of ... Read more

$14.99 NZD

Steve Jones’s highly acclaimed, double prize-winning, bestselling first book is now fully revised to cover all the new genetic breakthroughs from GM food to Dolly the sheep. ’An essential sightseer’s guide to our own genetic terrain.’ Peter Tallack, Sunday Telegraph’Superb and stimulating…an exhilarating trip around the double spiral of DNA, a rush of gravity-defying concepts and wild swerves of
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Basic Mathematics: An Introduction: Teach Yourself

by Alan Graham ...

Basic Mathematics teaches you all the maths you need for everyday situations. If you are terrified by maths, this is the book for you.Do you shy away from using numbers? Basic Mathematics can help. An easy-to-follow guide, it will ensure you gain the confidence you need to tackle maths and overcome your fears. It offers simple explanations of all the key areas, including decimals, percentages, ... Read more

$16.99 NZD

Basic Mathematics teaches you all the maths you need for everyday situations. If you are terrified by maths, this is the book for you.Do you shy away from using numbers? Basic Mathematics can help. An easy-to-follow guide, it will ensure you gain the confidence you need to tackle maths and overcome your fears. It offers simple explanations of all the key areas, including decimals, percentages,
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The Number Mysteries

A Mathematical Odyssey through Everyday Life

by Marcus du Sautoy ...

From the author of The Music of the Primes and Finding Moonshine comes a short, lively book on five mathematical problems that just refuse be solved – and on how many everyday problems can be solved by maths.Every time we download a song from i-tunes, take a flight across the Atlantic or talk on our mobile phones, we are relying on great mathematical inventions. Maths may fail to provide answers ... Read more

$12.99 NZD

From the author of The Music of the Primes and Finding Moonshine comes a short, lively book on five mathematical problems that just refuse be solved – and on how many everyday problems can be solved by maths.Every time we download a song from i-tunes, take a flight across the Atlantic or talk on our mobile phones, we are relying on great mathematical inventions. Maths may fail to provide answers
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A First Book in Algebra (Illustrated)

by Wallace C. Boyden ...

Perfect to prepare for the Iowa Test in Algebra Aptitude! A great refresher for those who studied algebra years ago! A First Book in Algebra by Wallace C. Boyden remains one of the most comprehensive introductions to algebra, containing a tremendous amount of exercises (along with the solutions) In preparing this book, the author had especially in mind classes in the upper grades of grammar ... Read more

$4.46 NZD

Perfect to prepare for the Iowa Test in Algebra Aptitude! A great refresher for those who studied algebra years ago! A First Book in Algebra by Wallace C. Boyden remains one of the most comprehensive introductions to algebra, containing a tremendous amount of exercises (along with the solutions) In preparing this book, the author had especially in mind classes in the upper grades of grammar
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Simply Maths

by DK ...

Series series DK Simply
Understanding maths has never been easier.Combining bold, elegant graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Maths is the perfect introduction to the subject for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge.Covering more than 90 key mathematical concepts from prime numbers and fractions to quadratic equations and probability experiments, each pared-back, single-page entry explains the ... Read more

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Understanding maths has never been easier.Combining bold, elegant graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Maths is the perfect introduction to the subject for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge.Covering more than 90 key mathematical concepts from prime numbers and fractions to quadratic equations and probability experiments, each pared-back, single-page entry explains the
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數學教你不犯錯〈下〉：搞定期望值、認清迴歸趨勢、弄懂存在性

HOW NOT TO BE WRONG:The Power of Mathematical Thinking

Translated by 李國偉 ...

by 艾倫伯格, Jordan Ellenberg ...

Series series 科學文化
會數學就像戴上X光的眼鏡，能從混亂無序的世界表像裡，看透其後隱藏的結構。數學是一門不會把事情搞錯的學問，它的技術與習慣經歷過多少世紀的辛勤努力與論辯。手中有了數學當工具，你可以更深刻、更穩健、更有意義的瞭解這個世界。你需要的只是一位教練，或甚至是一本書，來教導你相關規則及基本戰術。而這本《數學教你不犯錯》就是你最好的教練，它能教你如何達成目標。在《數學教你不犯錯》的下冊中，你會知道什麼是期望值，知道期望值的正確用法，例如在買樂透時，什麼時候才是出手的好時機；如何做決定才能獲利最多、損失最少。你還會明白迴歸趨勢，不再會對未來抱持不實際的想法，得以知道如何判斷才是正確之道。你還能清楚存在性是什麼，從此不會給民調數據搞得團團轉，清楚看出誰用什麼手段在操縱民意。你會發現，許多的盲點，都可以用數學突破，數學真的可以教你不犯錯。【作者簡介】艾倫伯格,Jordan Ellenberg從小就是數學神童 ... Read more

$16.15 NZD

會數學就像戴上X光的眼鏡，能從混亂無序的世界表像裡，看透其後隱藏的結構。數學是一門不會把事情搞錯的學問，它的技術與習慣經歷過多少世紀的辛勤努力與論辯。手中有了數學當工具，你可以更深刻、更穩健、更有意義的瞭解這個世界。你需要的只是一位教練，或甚至是一本書，來教導你相關規則及基本戰術。而這本《數學教你不犯錯》就是你最好的教練，它能教你如何達成目標。在《數學教你不犯錯》的下冊中，你會知道什麼是期望值，知道期望值的正確用法，例如在買樂透時，什麼時候才是出手的好時機；如何做決定才能獲利最多、損失最少。你還會明白迴歸趨勢，不再會對未來抱持不實際的想法，得以知道如何判斷才是正確之道。你還能清楚存在性是什麼，從此不會給民調數據搞得團團轉，清楚看出誰用什麼手段在操縱民意。你會發現，許多的盲點，都可以用數學突破，數學真的可以教你不犯錯。【作者簡介】艾倫伯格,Jordan Ellenberg從小就是數學神童
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Butterflies

by Michael Chinery ...

Series series Collins Gem
The ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material.This is the perfect pocket guide for nature enthusiasts keen to identify the most commonly seen butterflies and moths in Britain and northern Europe.Authoritative text, beautiful photographs and detailed illustrations show the distinguishing features of each butterfly and moth to ... Read more

$5.99 NZD

The ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material.This is the perfect pocket guide for nature enthusiasts keen to identify the most commonly seen butterflies and moths in Britain and northern Europe.Authoritative text, beautiful photographs and detailed illustrations show the distinguishing features of each butterfly and moth to
... Read more
Let's Play Math Sampler

Playful Math Series

by Denise Gaskins ...

Series series Playful Math Series
Do you want your children to enjoy learning math?Teach them how to play!In excerpts from author Denise Gaskins's most popular books, the Let's Play Math Sampler features ten kid-tested games covering math concepts from counting to prealgebra.Math games meet children each at their own level. The child who sits at the head of the class can solidify skills. The child who lags behind grade level can ... Read more

$8.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Do you want your children to enjoy learning math?Teach them how to play!In excerpts from author Denise Gaskins's most popular books, the Let's Play Math Sampler features ten kid-tested games covering math concepts from counting to prealgebra.Math games meet children each at their own level. The child who sits at the head of the class can solidify skills. The child who lags behind grade level can
... Read more
First Step To Mathematical Olympiad Problems, A

by Derek Allan Holton ...

Series Book 1 - Mathematical Olympiad Series
$37.46 NZD
Math-ish

Finding Creativity, Diversity, and Meaning in Mathematics

by Jo Boaler ...

From Stanford professor, author of Limitless Mind, youcubed.org founder, and leading expert in the field of mathematics education Jo Boaler comes a groundbreaking guide to finding joy and understanding by adopting a diverse approach to learning math.“Every once in a while, someone revolutionizes an approach to a difficult subject and changes it forever. That is what Jo Boaler has done for math. ... Read more

$19.99 NZD

From Stanford professor, author of Limitless Mind, youcubed.org founder, and leading expert in the field of mathematics education Jo Boaler comes a groundbreaking guide to finding joy and understanding by adopting a diverse approach to learning math.“Every once in a while, someone revolutionizes an approach to a difficult subject and changes it forever. That is what Jo Boaler has done for math.
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Math in Drag

by Kyne Santos ...

A 2025 Los Angeles Times Book Prizes finalist. Unleash your inner math diva.Join sensational drag queen Kyne Santos on an extraordinary journey through the glamorous world of . . . math?This sassy book is your VIP pass, taking you behind the scenes with a TikTok superstar who shatters stereotypes and proves that math can be fascinating and fun, even for people who think they aren't good at it.With ... Read more

$36.84 NZD

A 2025 Los Angeles Times Book Prizes finalist. Unleash your inner math diva.Join sensational drag queen Kyne Santos on an extraordinary journey through the glamorous world of . . . math?This sassy book is your VIP pass, taking you behind the scenes with a TikTok superstar who shatters stereotypes and proves that math can be fascinating and fun, even for people who think they aren't good at it.With
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Quantum Evolution

Life in the Multiverse

by Johnjoe McFadden ...

Quantum Evolution presents a revolutionary new scientific theory by asking: is there a force of will behind evolution? In his astonishing first book, Johnjoe McFadden shows that there is.‘McFadden’s bold hypothesis that quantum physics plays a key role in the origin and evolution of life looks increasingly plausible. The weird behaviour of matter and information at the quantum level could be just ... Read more

$12.99 NZD

Quantum Evolution presents a revolutionary new scientific theory by asking: is there a force of will behind evolution? In his astonishing first book, Johnjoe McFadden shows that there is.‘McFadden’s bold hypothesis that quantum physics plays a key role in the origin and evolution of life looks increasingly plausible. The weird behaviour of matter and information at the quantum level could be just
... Read more
Making Numbers Count

The art and science of communicating numbers

by Chip Heath, Karla Starr ...

A lively, practical, first-of-its-kind guide to understanding cold, clinical data and harnessing it to tell a persuasive story.__________How many hours' worth of songs are on your Spotify Wrapped this year?How much is your commute time really worth?How do you work out how likely you are to get Covid based on the official statistics?How do your viewing hours track against the most popular shows on ... Read more

$20.99 NZD

A lively, practical, first-of-its-kind guide to understanding cold, clinical data and harnessing it to tell a persuasive story.__________How many hours' worth of songs are on your Spotify Wrapped this year?How much is your commute time really worth?How do you work out how likely you are to get Covid based on the official statistics?How do your viewing hours track against the most popular shows on
... Read more
Insects

by Michael Chinery ...

Series series Collins Gem
The ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material.This is the perfect pocket guide for nature enthusiasts keen to identify the most commonly seen insects in Britain and northern Europe.Authoritative text and beautiful photographs show the distinguishing features of each insect to aid identification.Features information on size, ... Read more

$5.99 NZD

The ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material.This is the perfect pocket guide for nature enthusiasts keen to identify the most commonly seen insects in Britain and northern Europe.Authoritative text and beautiful photographs show the distinguishing features of each insect to aid identification.Features information on size,
... Read more
The Music of the Primes

Why an unsolved problem in mathematics matters (Text Only)

by Marcus du Sautoy ...

(This ebook contains a limited number of illustrations.)The ebook of the critically-acclaimed popular science book by a writer who is fast becoming a celebrity mathematician.Prime numbers are the very atoms of arithmetic. They also embody one of the most tantalising enigmas in the pursuit of human knowledge. How can one predict when the next prime number will occur? Is there a formula which could ... Read more

$16.99 NZD

(This ebook contains a limited number of illustrations.)The ebook of the critically-acclaimed popular science book by a writer who is fast becoming a celebrity mathematician.Prime numbers are the very atoms of arithmetic. They also embody one of the most tantalising enigmas in the pursuit of human knowledge. How can one predict when the next prime number will occur? Is there a formula which could
... Read more
Let's Play Math

Playful Math Series

by Denise Gaskins ...

Series series Playful Math Series
Transform your child's experience of math!Even if you struggled with mathematics in school, you can help your children enjoy learning and prepare them for academic success.Author Denise Gaskins makes it easy with this mixture of math games, low-prep project ideas, and inspiring coffee-chat advice from a veteran homeschooling mother of five. Filled with stories and illustrations, Let's Play Math ... Read more

$22.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Transform your child's experience of math!Even if you struggled with mathematics in school, you can help your children enjoy learning and prepare them for academic success.Author Denise Gaskins makes it easy with this mixture of math games, low-prep project ideas, and inspiring coffee-chat advice from a veteran homeschooling mother of five. Filled with stories and illustrations, Let's Play Math
... Read more
Cambridge International AS & A Level Mathematics Probability & Statistics 1

by Sophie Goldie ...

Exam board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationLevel: A-levelSubject: MathematicsFirst teaching: September 2018First exams: Summer 2020Endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to provide full support for Paper 5 of the syllabus for examination from 2020.Take mathematical understanding to the next level with this a... ... Read more

$34.99 NZD

Exam board: Cambridge Assessment International EducationLevel: A-levelSubject: MathematicsFirst teaching: September 2018First exams: Summer 2020Endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to provide full support for Paper 5 of the syllabus for examination from 2020.Take mathematical understanding to the next level with this a...
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Integrating Computers And Problem Posing In Mathematics Teacher Education

by Sergei Abramovich ...

The book is written to share ideas stemming from technology-rich K-12 mathematics education courses taught by the author to American and Canadian teacher candidates over the past two decades. It includes examples of problems posed by the teacher candidates using computers. These examples are analyzed through the lenses of the theory proposed in the book.Also, the book includes examples of computer ... Read more

$104.21 NZD

The book is written to share ideas stemming from technology-rich K-12 mathematics education courses taught by the author to American and Canadian teacher candidates over the past two decades. It includes examples of problems posed by the teacher candidates using computers. These examples are analyzed through the lenses of the theory proposed in the book.Also, the book includes examples of computer
... Read more
Investigación en educación matemática

recorridos históricos y metodológicos

by Dario Fiorentini, Sergio Lorenzato ...

Este libro trata del surgimiento y desarrollo de esa área emergente de conocimiento en Brasil y en el mundo, y presenta algunas tendências temáticas y metodológicas de investigación. Además de eso, describe e ilustra, con detalle y ejemplos, las distintas etapas de un proceso de investigación, que van desde la concepción del proyecto, pasan por los procedimientos y alternativas de obtención y ... Read more

$8.09 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Este libro trata del surgimiento y desarrollo de esa área emergente de conocimiento en Brasil y en el mundo, y presenta algunas tendências temáticas y metodológicas de investigación. Además de eso, describe e ilustra, con detalle y ejemplos, las distintas etapas de un proceso de investigación, que van desde la concepción del proyecto, pasan por los procedimientos y alternativas de obtención y
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