Two Trains Leave Paris: Number Problems for Word People

Name: Two Trains Leave Paris: Number Problems for Word People
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Rating: 4.4 (60 reviews)
Author: Taylor Frey

by Taylor Frey

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Last checked: May 9, 2026

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Perfect for you if...

You struggled with maths at school and want to finally understand why it matters beyond the classroom.
You love witty, character-driven writing and appreciate humour woven into every problem.
You're curious about maths history and want to see abstract concepts connected to real (and ridiculous) human situations.

Maybe not for you if...

You're looking for a traditional textbook or rigid maths curriculum.
You prefer your maths straightforward without narrative framing or character arcs.
You want advanced calculus or theoretical maths rather than foundational problem-solving.

About this book

Two Trains Leave Paris presents word problems designed to help people with strong verbal skills learn mathematics. The book uses narrative-driven problems across six chapters that follow characters through various life situations—job applications, romantic relationships, alien abductions, and everyday moments—all structured around mathematical concepts. Problems include using the Pythagorean Theorem to calculate distance between two ex-lovers and using addition and logic to examine wage gaps. Each problem integrates humor, mathematical history, and step-by-step solution guidance to help readers work through the scenarios. The answers appear at the back of the book.

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