Zero to Infinity: A History of Numbers

We are surrounded by numbers. They record the passage of time, provide illumination at night, forecast the weather, and keep us on track. They are the engines of commerce and the backbone of society. But what exactly are they? Professor Edward B. Burger’s method is accessible and interesting, whether you struggled with algebra or majored in mathematics. Prepare to be astonished if you thought math is just problems and formulas.