《数学与生活》是一本著名的数学教育家远山启精心撰写的数学著作, 本书以科学的视角严谨的探讨了数学在人们日常生活中的广泛应用与多维度的影响。本书的内容广泛, 从初等数学到高等数学的知识体系层次均有所涉及, 书中通过逻辑严谨且富有历史深度的论述, 体现了数学各领域间的内在联系及其发展脉络。作者在书中通过运用不同的生动实例, 将抽象的数学概念与现实生活场景紧密结合, 如通过数学公式解析球类运动的物理规律, 以及数学在玩具设计、艺术创作中的实际应用, 能够重点揭示数学在解决实际问题中的强大功能。这些实例可以提高读者对数学实用性的认识, 也能够进一步激发读者对数学的兴趣与热情。作者还阐述了数学在文化领域的角色, 介绍了数学艺术家的创造性作品, 从而拓宽读者对数学价值的认知边界。书中采用引人入胜的叙述方式, 有效降低了复杂数学概念的理解难度, 使读者认识到数学不仅仅是一门科学工具, 更是一个深刻而美好的艺术〔1〕。

Mathematics and Life is a meticulously crafted book on mathematics by renowned and accomplished mathematics educator Kei Toyama, which rigorously and meticulously explores the wide-ranging applications and multidimensional impact of mathematics in people􀆳s daily lives from a scientific perspective. The book covers a wide range of hierarchical structure of mathematical knowledge, from elementary to advanced mathematics, and demonstrates the intrinsic connections between various fields of mathematics and their development through historically enriched and logically rigorous discussions. By using different vivid examples, the author closely integrates abstract mathematical concepts with real-life scenarios, such as analyzing the physical laws of ball movement through mathematical formulas, and the practical application of mathematics in toy design and art creation, which emphasizes and highlights the remarkable capabilities of mathematics in solving practical problems. These examples can foster a deeper appreciation for the practicality of mathematics and further stimulate readers’ interest and enthusiasm in mathematics. The author delves into the role of mathematics in the cultural sphere, and introduces the creative works of mathematical artists, thus expand readers’ horizons on the multifaceted value of mathematics. The book adopts a captivating and reader-friendly narrative approach that effectively simplifies the understanding of complex mathematical concepts, enabling readers to realize that mathematics is not only a scientific tool, but also a profound and beautiful art