Mathematics Reading List For High School Students?

Troy writes "I'm a high school math teacher who is trying to assemble an extra-credit reading list. I want to give my students (ages 16-18) the opportunity/motivation to learn about stimulating mathematical ideas that fall outside of the curriculum I'm bound to teach. I already do this somewhat with special lessons given throughout the year, but I would like my students to explore a particular concept in depth. I am looking for books that are well-written, engaging, and accessible to someone who doesn't have a lot of college-level mathematical training. I already have a handful of books on my list, but I want my students to be able to choose from a variety of topics. Many thanks for all suggestions!"

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Simon Singh - Fermat's Enigma

[jimbo3123]

Sing also wrote a great book on Fermat's Last Theorem that was a very interesting read.

It (obviously) told the story of Fermat and his theorem as well as the mathematicians and their strategies that have tried to prove it through history.