Mathematics Magic and Mystery Author:Martin Gardner Why do card tricks work? How can magicians do astonishing feats of mathematics mentally? Why do stage "mind-reading" tricks work? This is the first book length study of this fascinating branch of recreational mathematics. Written by one of the foremost experts on mathematical magic. Non-technical , detailed, and clear, this volume contains 115 s... more »ections discussing tricks with cards, dice, coins, etc.« less