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216 | John Allen Paulos on Numbers, Narratives, and Numeracy

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

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The Harmony of Math and Narrative

This chapter examines the deep connections between mathematics and storytelling, highlighting how narratives can demystify complex mathematical concepts. It also explores the shared elements of humor and logic, revealing how both can evoke surprising insights through puzzles and counterintuitive results.

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