Perplexing Puzzles & Tantalizing Teasers
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From the mind of Martin Gardner, a bonanza of 93 stimulating brainteasers ideal for limbering and strengthening young mental muscles. Many of the puzzles are classics, while others are presented here for the first time. Ridiculous riddles, tantalizing teasers, intricate mazes, deceptive illusions, tricky questions, and a host of unusual word and picture puzzles offer young readers hours of challenging fun.
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Perplexing Puzzles & Tantalizing Teasers
Author
Martin Gardner
Publisher
Dover Publications
Format
Paperback
Pages
224
Size
8.5 x 5.5 Inches
ISBN
978-0486256375
About the author
Martin Gardner
Martin Gardner (1914–2010) was an American mathematician, writer, and popular science author, best known for his long-running "Mathematical Games" column in Scientific American, where he captivated readers with puzzles, paradoxes, and recreational mathematics for over 25 years. Gardner's writings, spanning topics from logic and philosophy to science and skepticism, contributed to popularizing mathematics and inspired countless readers, including prominent scientists and mathematicians. In addition to his mathematical work, he was a noted critic of pseudoscience, authoring books on debunking the paranormal and exploring scientific skepticism. His engaging style and accessible explanations continue to influence enthusiasts and academics alike.
