Finding Zero

"Finding Zero" follows mathematician Amir Aczel’s adventurous quest to uncover the origins of our numerical system, tracing its development from ancient Babylonian cuneiforms through Greek and Roman numerals to the Hindu-Arabic numerals we use today. His journey takes him across the world—from dusty texts to remote jungles—culminating in a fascinating discovery in Cambodia. Filled with encounters with a diverse cast of characters, the audiobook explores the historical and cultural roots of one of humanity’s greatest abstract achievements: our numbers.