The fascinating history of magic squares is rich in very different construction methods, ranging from antiquity to modern times, all of which are presented here for the first time in a single book.

This work offers a comprehensive and complete overview of the diverse types of magic squares, as well as their construction and classification based on various properties. It examines historical methods from the Arab world or the European Middle Ages, as well as techniques that have only been developed in recent years.

The author succeeds in conveying even complicated construction methods in an understandable and accessible way. For the detailed and precise descriptions of the methods, he uses expressive and explanatory graphics, so no special mathematical knowledge is required for comprehension.

Even if you believe you are already well-versed in magic squares: This book will provide you with many new insights!.