Numbers that Surprise: Counterintuitive Math Truths

Mathematics often defies intuition—and that’s where it becomes fascinating. Numbers that Surprise: Counterintuitive Math Truths explores mathematical ideas that feel wrong at first glance, yet are undeniably true.
This book leans into surprise. It uncovers paradoxes, unexpected patterns, and results that challenge common sense—why bigger samples can mislead, how infinity behaves strangely, and why probability often tricks the human mind. Each insight is designed to unsettle assumptions and sharpen reasoning.
Rather than teaching techniques, the book trains intuition. Readers learn how mathematical thinking exposes hidden structure beneath everyday judgments and why “obvious” answers are often incorrect. The tone is playful, provocative, and illuminating.
This book explores:
• Math facts that contradict intuition
• Why probability fools even smart people
• How infinity breaks everyday logic
• When averages lie
• How surprise leads to deeper understanding
This book is for puzzle lovers, students, and curious thinkers. If you enjoy being surprised—and learning why—you’ll find that numbers have far more personality than you ever expected.