Those who know mathematics but do not immerse in it daily often use its terms in contexts that surprise and delight. I smiled with appreciation when I found, in Issue 25 (December 2011-2012) of 6x6, "The Life of Explorers" by Fani Papageorgiou ; Ugly Duckling Presse has given me permission to include parts II, IV, and VI (of eleven parts) here.
from The Life of Explorers by Fani Papageorgiou
II. On the Method of Trial and Error
If a dog with a long stick in its jaws wants to get through a door,
he will twist and turn his head until he achieves his goal.
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Friday, December 28, 2012
Explorers
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