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Among the many constants that appear in mathematics, ?, e, and i are the most familiar. Following closely behind is ?,, or gamma, a constant that arises in many mathematical areas yet maintains a profound sense of mystery. In a tantalizing blend of history and mathematics, Julian Havil takes the…
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1 author picked Gamma as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Gamma is a number, though little understood. Even its most basic properties are still unknown. We don’t even know if it is a rational number (a ratio of integers). This wonderful book explains why anyone would care. While it does require some mathematical background, anyone who has had calculus and is willing to read the book with a notepad and pen next to them in order to check and explore the formulas on their own will come away with a true appreciation of gamma and its impact.
From Thomas' list on for mathematical inspiration.
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