Math’s infinite mysteries and beauty unfold in this follow up to the best selling The Science Book. Beginning millions of years ago with ancient “ant odometers” and moving through time to our modern day quest for new dimensions, it covers 250 milestones in mathematical history. Among the numerous delights readers will learn about as they dip into this inviting anthology: cicada generated prime numbers, magic squares from centuries ago, the discovery of pi and calculus, and the butterfly effect. Each topic gets a lavishly illustrated spread with stunning color art, along with formulas and concepts, fascinating facts about scientists’ lives, and real world applications of the theorems.