Our world simply wouldn’t function if we didn’t have numbers. But where do they come from? Why do we cut cake the wrong way? How can there be different sizes of infinity?

All these questions and more are answered in this engaging romp through the history of numbers by acclaimed science writer, Colin Stuart. From the mathematicians who have (and haven’t) shouted ‘Eureka!’ to the theories that affect and inform our everyday lives; Numbers shows us that maths was never boring – we were just being taught it in the wrong way.

Consisting of ten bite-sized essays, there’s no better guide to this fundamental science.

‘Such an enjoyable read…full of delightful nuggets that you will want to impress your friends and family with.’ PROF. JIM AL-KHALILI, NYT bestselling author of The World According to Physics

‘This is a lovely, fascinating book. It blends history, geology, chemistry, philosophy and, of course, physics in a way that’s delightful to read.’ – ABIGAIL BEALL, author of The Art of Urban Astronomy

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Discover the secrets of one of the biggest puzzles in our history – Time.

As a subject, it has perplexed and fascinated generations of scientists, historians and more, and continues to spark the most intriguing questions being asked in science today. Can time be stopped? Is time travel possible? Does time even exist…?

In these ten bite-sized essays, Colin Stuart delves into these big questions and uncovers the most awe-inspiring and revealing things we should all know about time. Perfect for readers of Carlo Rovelli and anyone fascinated by space and the universe, this is a must-read for those short on time, but not curiosity.