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The Enigmatic Number \(e\): A History in Verse and Its Uses in the Mathematics Classroom


The author uses her poem, 'The Enigmatic Number \(e\),' to show how poetry about the history of mathematics can be used to enrich and enliven mathematics instruction. With links to numerous other online resources concerning logarithms and exponents.

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http://www.maa.org/publications/periodicals/convergence/the-enigmatic-number-e-a-history-in-verse-and-its-uses-in-the-mathematics-classroom-introduction
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Creator(s): 
Sarah Glaz
Cataloger: 
Janet Beery
Publisher: 
MAA, MathDL Loci: Convergence
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MAA