This book is in two parts. Part one, "Lamentations," argues that the way math is taught in school is all wrong. (One of the chapters in that section is called, "High School Geometry: Instrument of the Devil." It definitely reflected some of my feelings about Geometry when I was in high school.) Part two, "Exultations," sets out some ideas for how math should be taught.

I found myself agreeing with the author on some points and disagreeing with others. Agree or disagree though, his passion for the subject makes it an enjoyable read. I see that Lockheart has a couple of other books that try to teach math using the approach he suggests, and I'm curious to check those out.