The Number of “Magic” Squares, Cubes, and Hypercubes
Matthias Beck, Moshe Cohen, Jessica Cuomo, Paul Gribelyuk · American Mathematical Monthly · 2003
The peculiar interest of magic squares and all lusus numerorum in general lies in the fact that they possess the charm of mystery. They appear to betray some hidden intelligence which by a preconceived plan produces the impression of intentional design, a phenomenon which finds its close analogue in nature.