I second this. Fermat's Last Theorem also provides wonderful insights into the philosophy of mathematics, how it came about historically, and how it differs philosophically from science. The book is more than just about Fermat's Last Theorem. It's about the history of mathematics brought in easy to read manner, and of course, a good dose of drama that have made it an interesting read. This one book I wish I had read when I was in high school.
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I second this. Fermat's Last Theorem also provides wonderful insights into the philosophy of mathematics, how it came about historically, and how it differs philosophically from science. The book is more than just about Fermat's Last Theorem. It's about the history of mathematics brought in easy to read manner, and of course, a good dose of drama that have made it an interesting read. This one book I wish I had read when I was in high school.