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Think outside the box!Knot or Not, Petunia's Pickle, Mole City and the Mad Maze of Dr. M
Beginning with the cover game of Put a Spin on It-an ingenious test of thinking about connections-here are 19 fascinating puzzles that flex the mind.
Take the network challenge and tackle the bridges of Königsberg. Arrange a perfect seating plan for a party of friends and strangers. Navigate the cave maze, and use a chess board to attempt the three-hundred-year-old Crossed Knight's Tour problem.
Bring a pencil, but remember-(1) you don't have to be a whiz to play, because (2) the most important skills you'll need are curiosity and an open mind. (Solutions and explanations are provided, of course!)
Synopsis
Think outside the box!
Knot or Not, Petunia's Pickle, Mole City and the Mad Maze of Dr. M
Beginning with the cover game of Put a Spin on It-an ingenious test of thinking about connections-here are 19 fascinating puzzles that flex the mind.
Take the network challenge and tackle the bridges of K nigsberg. Arrange a perfect seating plan for a party of friends and strangers. Navigate the cave maze, and use a chess board to attempt the three-hundred-year-old Crossed Knight's Tour problem.
Bring a pencil, but remember-(1) you don't have to be a whiz to play, because (2) the most important skills you'll need are curiosity and an open mind. (Solutions and explanations are provided, of course!)
Book Details
Published
March 1, 2001
Publisher
Workman Publishing Company, Inc.
Pages
24
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780761120193