The Number Devil: A Mathematical Adventure

Hans Magnus Enzensberger. Metropolitan Books, $19.99 (262pp) ISBN 978-0-8050-6299-1

In a starred review, PW noted that ""exceptionally handsome four-color illustrations and vignettes deepen the magic of this mathematically minded fantasy. For certain kinds of readers--chess players, puzzle enthusiasts--this will be a favorite."" Ages 11-up. (May)

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