THE SECRET LIVES OF NUMBERS A Hidden History of Maths Unsung Trailblazers

This history of mathematics, a surprisingly accessible listen, is made even more so by Daphne Kouma's upbeat narration. The authors, a math historian and a science journalist, pop the bubble on Eurocentric math history by highlighting overlooked non-Western and female mathematical geniuses. The audiobook moves briskly, thanks to Kouma's friendly tone when delivering explanations and stories. Who knew that the concept of zero was once controversial? As with any audiobook containing formulas and calculations, visuals can be more effective than audio. So those who are wondering what the Babylonian square root of 2 looks like will appreciate the downloadable pdf. R.W.S. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: JANUARY 2025]