Summary of the book "The way to the essence of things: how to understand the world with the help of mathematics" Bessis D.:For many of us, math lessons at school were torture, and those who understood it seemed like superhumans endowed with a special gift. In fact, there is no "gene for mathematics", and this science turns out to be an exciting adventure, once you connect your intuition and imagination. David Bessis is convinced of this — not only a mathematician, but also a talented teacher. Instead of dry lectures and cramming formulas, he invites the readers of his book to embark on an amazing journey in which mathematics becomes the most important tool for understanding the world. You will learn how mathematics can change your view of the world and make complex things more understandable. Read more…