Originally published in 1892. A fascinating book containing an account of certain Mathematical Recreations followed by some Essays on subjects most of which are directly concerned with historical mathematical problems. The illustrated contents include: Arithmetical Recreations Geometrical Recreations Mechanical Recreations Chess Board Recreations Magic Squares Unicursal Problems Kirkman s School Girls Problem The Mathematical Tripos The Parallel Postulate Insolubility of The Algebraic Quintic Mersenne s Numbers String Figures Astrology Cryptographs and Ciphers Hyper Space Time and Its Measurement Matter and Ether Theories. Etc. Many of the earliest science books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Would you believe that you could ask a full-grown man to hold a penny for you and then tell him to drop it and finds he can t, hard as he may try? In what is undoubtedly the most original magic book of our time, John Fisher shows the reader how, with minimal practice, he can use the marvels of the human body to entertain and mystify friends and family, small and large audiences. This book is first of all a delight to read because of the instant education it provides us with about the unknown powers we have in our hands, our eyes, our noses, and our incredible nervous system. In each case, Mr. Fisher shows the easy-to-grasp principle first and then how to put the principle to work in actual tricks. Most magic books require a great deal of study and dexterity. This one enables you to entertain people even before you have finished the book. Moreover, you never have to worry about being prepared, because you always have with you all the miraculous things you need your hands, your eyes, and the rest of your body."

Several decades ago the boxer "Kid" McCoy was sent to San Quentin for the murder of his girlfriend. A taciturn prisoner, McCoy once blurted to his warden: "You know who I am, don't you-I'm McCoy, not one of those Hollywood types or the kind you find in made-up stories in the pulps. I'm the real McCoy." How much do you know about the real McCoys-and Suttons, Capones, Mansons, and Oswalds? The True Crime Quiz Book is filled with hundreds of questions to help you find out, in varying degrees of difficulty for anyone from the casual armchair detective to the most perceptive crime historian. Who done it...and why? Who beat it...and when? Who cracked it...and how? Here is the definitive testing ground for aficionados of real life crime. The True Crime Quiz Book lets you test yourself in all facets of criminal misdoing, and the Master Sleuth scoring shows how you stand against the best lawmen. The True Crime Quiz Book has hundreds of criminal teasers to satisfy even the most insatiable crime buffs.

This unique and delightful map of mainland Scotland and the Hebrides, from the collection of the National Library of Scotland, is a magnificent pictorial map of Scotland. Not just annotated with beautiful calligraphy, it also includes dozens of vignettes of famous Scottish places, from cities and towns to lochs to mountains and castles, as well as people and animals. It was originally published in 1931 by Pratts Oil, which was known as Standard Oil in the US and a few months later as Esso in the UK.

Combining off-the-wall trivia questions with hardcore stats and nickname puzzlers, The All-Time, All-Team Pro Football Quiz contains stumpers for even the most well-versed football fan. Whether you're a Cheesehead or a Broncomaniac, you'll find quizzes for every team in the league-from the teams you love to the teams you love to hate. Which former NFL player had a role in Mel Brooks' Blazing Saddles? True or False: Gerald Ford was the only U.S. president to play in the NFL? Who was the first black coach in NFL history? How many teams that won NFL championships are now defunct?

Robert seems like such a regal name. Hmm . . . maybe not. This name is held by some of history's most notorious criminals, scoundrels and utter failures. In this book, you'll encounter killers, spies, gunslingers, corrupt politicians and crooked businessmen, all named Robert or Bobby. Meet the ultra-religious spy, the killer nurse and the actor who was a porn pioneer. It's the perfect book for anyone named Robert, Bob or Bobby.

1000-PIECE PUZZLE featuring the women of Greek mythology as you've never seen them before. Finished puzzle measures 680 x 485mm SPOT FAMOUS FIGURES AND MYTHICAL MOMENTS, as you build the puzzle - can you find Pandora and her jar, or Medusa with snakes for hair? INCLUDES A FOLD-OUT POSTER featuring the stories of the real women of Greek myth from best-selling author and classicist Natalie Haynes STURDY & ATTRACTIVE BOX perfect for gifting and storage Think you know these women? Put the pieces together and you will start to think again. In this beautifully illustrated 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle, rediscover the lives and stories of the women of Greek myth, portrayed by author, broadcaster and classicist Natalie Haynes with illustrator Natalie Foss. A large fold-out poster of the artwork accompanies the jigsaw and also includes an original essay from the author, expanding on the stories, relationships and context surrounding these infamous women. Featuring mortals and goddesses alike, from Medusa and Medea to Helen, Euridice, Aphrodite, Phaedra, Artemis and more, uncover the truth about the women of the classics.

James seems like such a noble name. Hmm . . . maybe not. The names James and Jim are held by some of history's most notorious criminals, scoundrels and utter failures. In this book, you'll encounter killers, con men, spies, mobsters and corrupt politicians - all named James. Meet the hit man turned stoolie, the spy who reached the highest levels of the U.S. military and the mayor more interested in a good time than good government. It's the perfect book for anyone named James, Jim or Jimmy.

Created in Japan by Tetsuya Miyamoto, KenKen has quickly become the successor to sudoku that the world's been waiting for. Like sudoku, KenKen has simple rules and is maddeningly addictive. The puzzles are based on logic and simple arithmetic and are fun for solvers of all ages.

Features:

• 100 easy to hard KenKen puzzles using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Puzzle grids range in size from warm-up 3x3s to challenging 9x9s
• Introduction and "How to Solve" instructions from legendary "New York Times" crossword editor Will Shortz""
• Big grids with lots of space for easy solving""
  

150 Large-Print Word Search Puzzles!

Peace of Mind Bible Word Search combines brain-building fun with the truths and promises of scripture. Thanks to large, boldface print, puzzle enthusiasts young and old can enrich their free time finding words from Bible verses that remind us of the joy we have in Jesus. From reflecting on how God fills us with joy (Romans 15:13) to remembering to "count it all joy" when we face trials (James 1:2), each themed word find is a chance for readers to marinate in scripture while finding satisfaction in solving a puzzle. Keep your brain sharp, your eyes at ease, and your heart full of God's Word!

• Enjoy 150 word search puzzles based around Biblical themes
• Highlights some of the most treasured passages and themes of the Bible
• Large, bold print prevents eye strain while you test your Bible knowledge!
• Complete answer key included

Michael seems like such a noble name. Hmm . . . maybe not. The name Michael is held by some of history's most notorious criminals, scoundrels and utter failures. In this book, you'll encounter killers, con men, spies, mobsters and corrupt politicians - all named Mike. Meet the gunslinger that began a war over cows, the doctor who killed more than he healed and the gangster who just wouldn't die. It's the perfect book for anyone named Michael, Mike and Mickey.