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This is the basics: Why do we need mathematics in everyday life? – Stuart Ian – Alpina Publisher – 2026 – ISBN 978-5-00272-191-7

This is the basics: Why do we need mathematics in everyday life?
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The widespread use of computers can create the impression that mathematics is no longer necessary, that today's technologies allow us to perform the most complex calculations in a fraction of a second.

This naive notion prompted renowned science popularizer Ian Stewart to highlight the less obvious benefits of his beloved discipline. Indeed, its role is far from limited to calculations, and thanks to computers, which free us from monotonous work, we are simply beginning to practice mathematics differently.

Mathematics is at the heart of all the transformative technologies that make the 21st century so different from the previous era. Digital photography, modern communications, and satellite navigation are unthinkable without mathematics; it is essential for predicting the impact of climate change. The list goes on and on, not forgetting the humanities and the arts, politics, and internet security. In short, the author believes, the need for this science is universal; it is the cornerstone of all things.
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