Mathematics in Popular Culture

Mathematics in Popular Culture

Essays on Appearances in Film, Fiction, Games, Television and Other Media

by Jessica K. Sklar, Elizabeth S. Sklar

353 pages· 2012· ISBN 9780786489947
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"In this compendium, contributors consider the role of math in blockbuster films, baseball, crossword puzzles, fantasy role-playing games, and television shows to science fiction tales, award-winning plays and classic works of literature. Revealing the broad range of intersections between mathematics and mainstream culture, this collection demonstrates that even "mass entertainment" can have a hidden depth. "--Provided by publisher.

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