by Hans Magnus Enzensberger · Siruela · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788417996505
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The Number Devil tells the story of Robert, who doesn't like mathematics. One night, he dreams of a little devil who tries to initiate him into the science of numbers. Robert thinks it's another of his nightmares, but it's actually the beginning of a new and exciting journey through the world of mathematics. Over twelve nights, Robert dreams of increasingly incredible number systems, where numbers come to life. This book is an invitation to discover mathematics in a fascinating and accessible way, ideal for young readers.
Hans Magnus Enzensberger was a German author, poet, playwright, essayist, translator, and editor. He also wrote under the pseudonyms Andreas Thalmayr, Elisabeth Ambras, Linda Quilt and Giorgio Pellizzi. Enzensberger was regarded as one of the literary founding figures of the Federal Republic of Germany and wrote more than 70 books, with works translated into 40 languages. He was one of the leading authors in Group 47, and influenced the 1968 West German student movement. He was awarded the Georg Büchner Prize and the Pour le Mérite, among many others.
