Number Freak - From 1 to 200 - The Hidden Language of Numbers Revealed

What do wallpaper patterns, George Balanchine's Serenade, and Italian superstitions have in common? They're all included in the entry for the number 18 in this clever, surprising and engaging book that reveals the secret language of numbers. It is a guided tour of 1 to 200, covering everything from basic mathematical principles to ancient unsolved theorems, from sublime theory to delightful ridiculous trivia, and spanning the worlds of science, nature, sports, literature, pop culture and more...