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Title: From Ore with love: old but instructive introduction to number theory.
Review: Pros:1. The book could teach basic number theory to a wide range of readers, from mathematically inclined high-school students to much more advanced lovers of mathematics. 2. It is enlivened by nice historical allusions.3.The author shows and shares his fascination with the subject in the writing.4. On a less lofty side, the font is large enough to avoid eye strain.Cons:1. First published 59 years ago, the book has to be dated. For example, many beautiful applications of number theory had been unknown at the time of writing.2. Not all exercises require creativity, many of them are routine drills.Bottom line:If number theory is not your fortress, the book could strike a balance between enjoyable reading and learning.
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