Henry E. Dudeney Livres

This compilation of long-inaccessible puzzles by a famous puzzle master offers challenges ranging from arithmetical and algebraical problems to those involving geometry, combinatorics, and topology, plus game, domino, and match puzzles. Includes answers.

Der Engländer Dudeney hat zwar nie Mathematik studiert, gilt aber heute als eines der mathematischen Genies seiner Zait. Das hier neu bearbeitete Werk aus dem Jahr 1917 schaffte es denn auch in die zeitgenössischen Bestsellerlisten und ist auch heute noch ausgesprochen populär. Es verbindet in einzigartiger weise Spaß mit Mathematik und darf daher als einer der großen Klassiker des poulären Sachbuchs gelten.

This powerful novel tells the story of Harriott Wicken, a young woman who struggles to find her place in the world. Set in England in the early nineteenth century, the book explores Harriott's relationships with her family, her lovers, and her community, as she grapples with issues such as gender roles, sexuality, and social class. The book offers a nuanced and compelling portrait of life in Georgian England, and is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction.

Featuring a collection of intriguing puzzles and problems, this book showcases the genius of Henry Ernest Dudeney, a renowned mathematician and puzzle creator. The work includes a variety of brain teasers, logic puzzles, and mathematical conundrums, each designed to challenge and entertain readers. Dudeney's unique approach combines wit and creativity, making these puzzles not only stimulating but also enjoyable. The book serves as a testament to the art of problem-solving and the joy of intellectual challenge.

For the mastermind who has what it takes to solve the tricky conundrums from Britain's first and greatest puzzle master. ---------------------------------------Solve the puzzle of The Mystery of Ravensdene Park . . . trace the route of the butler, the gamekeeper and the two anonymous guests and the key to the mystery will reveal itself. Decipher the riddle of The Frogs' Ring for The Merry Monks of Riddlewell . . . At The Squire's Christmas Puzzle Party ascertain just how many kisses had been given Under the Mistletoe Bough . . . First published in 1907, Dudeney's The Canterbury Puzzles is a classic of the genre, based on characters from Chaucer's Tales. The book contains 114 puzzles suitable for young enthusiasts, recreational mathematicians and veteran puzzlers alike. As challenging today as it was over a century ago, this ingenious book will provide hours-worth of puzzles to keep your brain alert. Regular exercise is supposed to be as necessary for the brain as for the body. Many of us are very apt to suffer from mental cobwebs, and there is nothing equal to the solving of puzzles for sweeping them away. - Henry Dudeney (1847-1930)

Mit seinen raffinierten mathematischen Knobeleien begeisterte der Brite Henry Ernest Dudeney bereits Anfang des 20. Jahrhunderts eine immer größer werdende Gemeinde von Rätselfreunden. Dieser Band enthält eine wunderbare Sammlung von Rätselgeschichten, die Dudeney in Anlehnung an Chaucers 'Canterbury Tales' unter dem Titel 'Die Canterbury-Rätsel' zusammengefasst hat, sowie zusätzlich 116 seiner ebenso vertrackten wie vergnüglichen Denk- und Knobelspiele aus den 'Amusements in Mathematics'. Ein Muss für alle Fans anspruchsvoller Kopfnüsse und gepflegten Gehirnjoggings!