Description: Drawing on vivid, real-life examples, Barrow shows how math and physics can give surprising, often counterintuitive insights into the world of sports. With lucid explanations and a healthy dose of humor, "Mathletics" is perfect for sports enthusiasts and math lovers alike.
Brief description: John D. Barrow is professor of mathematical sciences and director of the Millennium Mathematics Project at Cambridge University, as well as a Fellow of the Royal Society. He is the best-selling author of many books on science and mathematics, including Mathletics: 100 Amazing Things You Didn't Know about the World of Sports and 100 Essential Things You Didn't Know You Didn't Know: Math Explains Your World.
Review Quotes: "[A] fast-paced, lighthearted book that revels in the brainier side of brawn.--Fangfei Shen "Discover"