MIT Press Launches POLYMATH Series with American Mathematical Society to Engage General Readers
The MIT Press announces new mathematics book series in partnership with the American Mathematical Society
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The MIT Press has partnered with the American Mathematical Society to launch POLYMATH, a new book series aimed at making mathematics accessible and enjoyable for general readers. The series will publish three to four titles annually, starting with 'Double-Take: A Field Guide to Optical Illusions' by Annalisa Crannell in fall 2027.
- 01The POLYMATH series aims to combine intellectual rigor with playful thinking in mathematics.
- 02The series will publish three to four books each year, starting in fall 2027.
- 03The first book, 'Double-Take: A Field Guide to Optical Illusions,' will explore perspective geometry.
- 04Amy Brand from MIT Press and Robert Harington from AMS emphasize the importance of making mathematics engaging.
- 05The series is designed to tell mathematical stories and demonstrate the relevance of math in everyday life.
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The MIT Press has announced a new mathematics book series titled POLYMATH, in collaboration with the American Mathematical Society (AMS). This series aims to produce engaging and accessible mathematics books for a general audience. Amy Brand, Director and Publisher of the MIT Press, expressed excitement about creating a platform that merges intellectual rigor with playful thinking. Robert Harington, AMS’s Chief Publishing Officer and the series editor, highlighted the collaborative effort's goal to demystify mathematics and showcase its relevance in daily life. The series plans to release three to four titles annually, with the first book, 'Double-Take: A Field Guide to Optical Illusions, Magic, and Movie Tricks Arising from Perspective Geometry' by Annalisa Crannell, set to publish in fall 2027. This inaugural title will delve into how various artists and filmmakers utilize perspective geometry to create illusions and engage viewers. The partnership aims to connect curious readers with rich mathematical ideas through enjoyable narratives.
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