Mathematical Solitaires and Games

Mathematical Solitaires and Games

Author: Benjamin Schwartz

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2019-03-19

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 1351843079

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A collection of solitaires and games which include sections on Solitiare Games like Knights Interchanges and The Stacked Playing Cards; Competitive games including SIM as a game of Chance and A winning Opening in Reverse Hex and also Solitaire games with toys like the Tower of Hanoi and Triangular Puzzle Peg.


The Ins and Outs of Peg Solitaire

The Ins and Outs of Peg Solitaire

Author: John D. Beasley

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 1992

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13:

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For mathematical game enthusiasts, the 33-hole Peg Solitaire board presents many intriguing and difficult problems, far more fascinating than the simple problems set out in manufacturers' instructions, and behind these problems lies interesting mathematical theory. Beasley, an internationally known expert on Peg Solitaire, surveys the history of the game, shows how to play it simply and well, explains the theory behind it, and offers over 200 problems and their solutions in over 550 diagrams. Mathematical game fans aged twelve and over will find hours of enjoyment in this book.


The Mathematics of Games

The Mathematics of Games

Author: John D. Beasley

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780486449760

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Lucid, instructive, and full of surprises, this book examines how simple mathematical analysis can throw unexpected light on games of every type, from poker to golf to the Rubik's cube. 1989 edition.


Games, Puzzles and Math Excursions

Games, Puzzles and Math Excursions

Author: Chandru Arni

Publisher: Prowess Publishing

Published: 2020-10-23

Total Pages: 372

ISBN-13: 1545753318

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The games presented here are mainly 2-person strategic board games and Solitaire Puzzles, when alone. There is a welcome difference between strategic board games and puzzles. A puzzle has a solution and once you’ve solved it, it is not that interesting any more. A strategy game can be played again and again. Chess, the “King of all Board Games”, is not included here as it forms a subject by itself, but there are a few pre-chess puzzles. Bridge, the “Queen of all Card Games”, is also not included as Card games and Dice games involve a certain element of luck; the games here are not based on chance or probability. Apart from Games and Puzzles, there is a small chapter on Mathematical Excursions. These are explorations of non mathematicians like me into the ways of thinking and understanding patterns that mathematicians visualise and analyse for sheer pleasure without any monetary or practical benefit. How can a chess knight’s move over a chess board be beneficial to anybody? But this exploration has been going on for 2000 years. Also, whereas Pythagoras’ Theorem was of great benefit to society, what will proving Fermat’s Theorem accomplish? For a mathematician, the overriding influence of numbers becomes his aim in life.


Mathematical Games and How to Play Them

Mathematical Games and How to Play Them

Author: Steven Vajda

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2008-01-01

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 0486462773

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This refreshingly authoritative look at recreational mathematics illustrates winning strategies that use the methods of algebra, geometry, combinatorics, number theory, graph theory, and other branches of mathematics. Its lucid analyses of the rules and theories of mathematical games include skill-enhancing exercises, plus references, appendixes, and detailed explanations. 1992 edition.


Mathematical Games and Pastimes

Mathematical Games and Pastimes

Author: A. P. Domoryad

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2014-05-17

Total Pages: 311

ISBN-13: 1483137821

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Mathematical Games and Pastimes focuses on numerical solutions to mathematical games and pastimes. The book first discusses the binary system of notation and the system of notation with the base three. Congruences, Pythagorean and Heronic triples, and arithmetical pastimes are explained. The text takes a look at the nature of numerical tricks. Guessing the results of operations with unknown numbers; determination of numbers thought of using three tables; and extraction of roots of multidigit numbers are explained. The selection also touches on rapid calculations, games with piles of objects, Meleda, solitaire, and Lucas’ game. Problems on determining ways to reach goals are also presented. Games that show the numerous ways to reach goals are discussed. The text also examines Euler squares, dominoes, and problems related to the chess board. Pastimes related to objects changing places are also highlighted. Topics include Lucas’ problem, Ruma, and Monge’s shuffle. The book is highly recommended for readers wanting to find solutions to mathematical games and pastimes.


Winning Ways for Your Mathematical Plays, Volume 4

Winning Ways for Your Mathematical Plays, Volume 4

Author: Elwyn R. Berlekamp

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2004-03-30

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 0429945582

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In the quarter of a century since three mathematicians and game theorists collaborated to create Winning Ways for Your Mathematical Plays, the book has become the definitive work on the subject of mathematical games. Now carefully revised and broken down into four volumes to accommodate new developments, the Second Edition retains the original's wealth of wit and wisdom. The authors' insightful strategies, blended with their witty and irreverent style, make reading a profitable pleasure. In Volume 4, the authors present a Diamond of a find, covering one-player games such as Solitaire.


The Complete Book of Solitaire and Patience Games

The Complete Book of Solitaire and Patience Games

Author: Albert H. Morehead

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2015-05-06

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 1473395380

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This antique text contains a complete catalogue of Solitaire and Patience games, including tips, instructions, tactics, rules, and more. Written in plain language and compete with a plethora of helpful diagrams, this text is ideal for the novice card player and will be of interest to anyone looking to expand their card gaming repertoire. The chapters of this book include: 'About Solitaire Games', 'How to Choose a Solitaire Game', 'General Procedure of Solitaire', 'One-Deck Games', 'Two-Deck Games', 'Stripped-Deck and Four-Deck Games', and 'Russian Bank'. We are proud to republish this book complete with a new introduction on card games.