Publication Date
4-19-2020
School
College of Arts and Sciences
Major
Mathematics
Keywords
Martin Gardner, Recreational Mathematics
Recommended Citation
DeLee, Rebecca, "Martin Gardner and His Influence on Recreational Math" (2020). Senior Honors Theses. 960.
https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/honors/960
Abstract
Recreational mathematics is a relatively new field in the world of mathematics. While sometimes overlooked as frivolous since those who practice it need no advanced knowledge of the subject, recreational mathematics is a perfect transition for people to experience the joy in logically establishing a solution. Martin Gardner recognized that this pattern of proving solutions to questions is how mathematics progresses. From his childhood on, Gardner greatly influenced the mathematical world. Although not a mathematician, he inspired many to pursue careers and make advancements in mathematics during his 25-year career with Scientific American. He encouraged novices to expand their knowledge, enlightened professionals of computer science developments, and established his own proofs.
