The Joy of SET: The Many Mathematical Dimensions of a Seemingly Simple Card Game

by Liz McMahon, Gary Gordon, Hannah Gordon

A mathematical exploration of the popular card game SET

Have you ever played the addictive card game SET? Have you ever wondered about the connections between games and mathematics? If the answer to either question is “yes,” then The Joy of SET is the book for you! The Joy of SET takes readers on a fascinating journey into this seemingly simple card game and reveals its surprisingly deep and diverse mathematical dimensions. Absolutely no mathematical background is necessary to enjoy this book―all you need is a sense of curiosity and adventure! The first book devoted to the mathematics of one of today’s most popular card games, The Joy of SET will entertain and enlighten the game enthusiast in all of us.

Genres: Mathematics, Games

320 pages, Paperback

Published July 9, 2019

Reviews

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

The footnotes are great. The math in the first half was challenging and a little out of reach at times. The second half was too tough but I probably would have enjoyed it in the past. I think this would make an awesome math seminar. I loved the section in the middle with ideas for game variations and ways to play with players of different abilities.

[Alex · Rating 4 out of 5]

Intressant men ngt svårt ffa andra delen