Innumeracy
New York: Hill and Wang, 1989. hardcover. 8vo 135pp. from front flap: "Why do we know so little about mathematics? And what is the social cost of our "innumeracy"? In this brilliantly entertaining book, John Allen Paulos argues that our inability to deal rationally with very large numbers, or with the probabilities associated with them, results in misinformed governmental policies, confused personal decisions, and an increased susceptibility to pseudo-sciences of all kinds. Innumeracy lets us know what we're missing, and how we can do something about it." Book NF: clean, square, tight, unmarked. gift inscription by author on title page: Oct 20, '90 To Glo and Bill With Fond Memories + Best Wishes John Allen Paulos" / DJ NF: clean, unclipped. Item #2020
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