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Putting Two and Two Together [Polster+Ross] - mklabgr - 07-22-2026
Putting Two and Two Together: Selections from the Mathologer Files
by
Burkard Polster : Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
Marty Ross : Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
Summary
Putting Two and Two Together: Selections from the Mathologer Files, authored by Burkard Polster and Marty Ross and published by the American Mathematical Society (AMS) in 2021, is an engaging collection of popular mathematics essays and recreational puzzles. Originally based on the authors' widely read "Maths Masters" column in Australia’s The Age newspaper—and serving as a sequel to their volume A Dingo Ate My Math Book—this work makes complex mathematical thinking accessible and entertaining for general readers requiring little more background than basic geometry or simple algebra.
Across its chapters, the book explores a broad range of fascinating topics, including clever mathematical paradoxes, geometric puzzles, historical anecdotes, architecture, and real-world applications of math principles. Polster and Ross combine humor, clear explanations, and thoughtful analysis to demystify mathematical concepts, while also taking the opportunity to expand on original newspaper pieces with updated solutions, technical depth, and new intellectual challenges. Ultimately, the guide stands as a celebratory journey through the beauty, logic, and playfulness of mathematics, designed to inspire curiosity and show how mathematical reasoning shapes everyday life.
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