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A Tangled Tale

eng. A Tangled Tale · 1885
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Interesting Facts

  • The book consists of ten separate stories, each representing a mathematical puzzle.
  • Each story in the book is called a «knot», symbolizing the complexity and intricacy of the puzzles.
  • The book was first published in the magazine «The Monthly Packet» from 1880 to 1885.
  • Lewis Carroll used a pseudonym for publishing this book, as he did for his other works.
  • The book features numerous humorous elements and wordplay, characteristic of Lewis Carroll's style.
  • The stories in the book are accompanied by illustrations that help readers visualize the puzzles.
  • The book is intended for readers of all ages but is especially appealing to those who love mathematics and logical challenges.
A Tangled Tale
Date of publication: 21 May 2024
Last updated: 14 July 2024
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Original titleeng. A Tangled Tale · 1885