Keys to Infinity (Paperback, New edition)

"An original and exciting exploration of how utterly weird, and utterly beautiful, the infinite can be." —Ian Stewart, author of Does God Play Dice?

"In this the latest of Dr. Pickover's marvelous books, he breaks all finite chains to soar into the transcendental, mind-boggling regions of mathematical infinity. Written in the author's informal, clear style, it is a treasure trove of recreational problems, many published here for the first time, with special emphasis on computer programs and riveting graphics. As you soar, fasten your seat belt." —Martin Gardner, author of The Magic Numbers of Dr. Matrix.

"Inventive, quirky, fun! Pickover presents an engaging, inspiring romp in the realm of number and mathematical thought." —Ivars Peterson, author of The Mathematical Tourist.

"Join Pickover on his wonderful merry-go-round of ideas, and reach for the infinite. Keys to Infinity is an engaging book . . . a must for those wishing to explore the infinite in all its manifestations." —Theoni Pappas, author of The Joy of Mathematics.

"Clifford Pickover's Keys to Infinity unlocks the gates to some of the coast-bound highways and byways, and invites us to admire the scenery." —New Scientist.

"What could be more appropriate to the subject of infinity than a book like this one, so dense with wonderful puzzles, anecdotes, images, and computer programs that you could pore over it forever? In Keys to Infinity, Pickover has once again assembled a mathematical feast." —Carl Zimmer, Senior Editor, Discover.

"Dr. Pickover, an IBM researcher and the author of Chaos in Wonderland, has produced another engaging book of math-based puzzles and paradoxes organized around the general theme of infinity. . . the clear, conversational style makes the numerous equations easy to assimilate." —The Guardian.