"'Stewart is Britain's most brilliant and prolific populariser of mathematics... the book is a testament to the versatility of maths and how it is shaping our understanding of the world.' (Alex Bellos, Guardian) 'As always, [Stewart] explains complicated mathematical ideas brilliantly' (New Scientist) 'A quirky look at the mathematics of biology for those who want to know about patterns on tigers, the taxonomy of lizards, alien life, and how much information in an egg is needed to make an elephant. Stewart has a lively humour and his book stretches the mind without pain.' (The Times)"

Ian Stewart is a Emeritus Professor of Mathematics at Warwick University. He has published more than eighty books including Mathematics of Life [9781846685507] Professor Stewart's Cabinet of Mathematical Curiosities [9781846683459], Professor Stewart's Hoard of Mathematical Treasures [9781846683466] and The Science of Discworld trilogy with Terry Pratchett. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society, appears frequently on radio and television, and does research on pattern formation and network dynamics.