This fascinating book takes the reader on a tour of Lewis Carrolls world
of mathematical games and word plays. The Universe in a Handkerchief
contains scores of Carrolls inventions, illustrating the genius and
unique humor that ensured his permanent place in both classic literature
and mathematics. "should be received with great enthusiasm by all those
who share Gardners fascination with the author of Aliceenjoyable to read
and an important addition to the large body of information about Lewis
Caroll."AMERICAN SCIENTIST