Concepts of Modern Mathematics (Stewart Ian)(Paperback)

Concepts of Modern Mathematics (Stewart Ian)(Paperback)

Some years ago, new math took the country's classrooms by storm. Based on the abstract, general style of mathematical exposition favored by research mathematicians, its goal was to teach students not just to manipulate numbers and formulas, but to grasp the underlying mathematical concepts. The

The Foundations of Mathematics (Stewart Ian)(Paperback)

The transition from school mathematics to university mathematics is seldom straightforward. Students are faced with a disconnect between the algorithmic and informal attitude to mathematics at school, versus a new emphasis on proof, based on logic, and a more abstract development of general

Math Hysteria: Fun and Games with Mathematics (Stewart Ian)(Paperback)

Welcome to Ian Stewart's strange and magical world of mathematics! Math Hysteria contains twenty quirky tales of mathematical exploration by one of the world's most popular writers on mathematics. Ian Stewart presents us with a wealth of magical puzzles, each one spun around an amazing tale,

Taming the Infinite - The Story of Mathematics (Stewart Ian)(Paperback / softback)

From ancient Babylon to the last great unsolved problems, Ian Stewart brings us his definitive history of mathematics. In his famous straightforward style, Professor Stewart explains each major development - from the first number systems to chaos theory - and considers how each affected society and

Mathematics Of Life - Unlocking the Secrets of Existence (Stewart Professor Ian)(Paperback / softback)

A new partnership of biologists and mathematicians is picking apart the hidden complexity of animals and plants to throw fresh light on the behaviour of entire organisms, how they interact and how changes in biological diversity affect the planet's ecological balance. The author explores these and

Thinking about Mathematics: The Philosophy of Mathematics (Shapiro Stewart)(Paperback)

This unique book by Stewart Shapiro looks at a range of philosophical issues and positions concerning mathematics in four comprehensive sections. Part I describes questions and issues about mathematics that have motivated philosophers since the beginning of intellectual history. Part II is an

Calculating the Cosmos - How Mathematics Unveils the Universe (Stewart Professor Ian)(Paperback / softback)

One of the world's great mathematicians explores the origins, history and future of the

Symmetry (Stewart Ian)(Paperback)

Symmetry is an immensely important concept in mathematics and throughout the sciences. In this Very Short Introduction, Ian Stewart demonstrates symmetry's deep implications, showing how it even plays a major role in the current search to unify relativity and quantum theory. Stewart, a respected

Professor Stewart's Incredible Numbers (Stewart Professor Ian)(Paperback / softback)

The bestselling Ian Stewart tackles his biggest subject yet: the weird and wonderful world of numbers, from zero to

Why Beauty Is Truth: A History of Symmetry (Stewart Ian)(Paperback)

At the heart of relativity theory, quantum mechanics, string theory, and much of modern cosmology lies one concept: symmetry. In Why Beauty Is Truth, world-famous mathematician Ian Stewart narrates the history of the emergence of this remarkable area of study. Stewart introduces us to such

Mathematics for Civil Engineers: An Introduction (Yang Xin-She)(Paperback)

Mathematics for Civil Engineers provides a concise introduction to the fundamental concepts of mathematics that are closely related to civil engineering. By using an informal and theorem-free approach with more than 150 step-by-step examples, all the key mathematical concepts and techniques are

In Pursuit of the Unknown: 17 Equations That Changed the World (Stewart Ian)(Paperback)

'An engaging tour of vital math for a modern world.... A] wonderfully accessible book.'--Scientific AmericanMost people are familiar with history's great equations: Newton's Law of Gravity, for instance, or Einstein's theory of relativity. But the way these mathematical breakthroughs have

Mental Maths(Paperback / softback)

Written to provide comprehensive coverage of mental maths concepts in the Irish mathematics curriculum, this title offers opportunities for consolidation of mathematical concepts to develop and maintain speed of recall. It also includes day-to-day activities that cover all mathematic

Letters to a Young Mathematician (Stewart Ian)(Paperback)

Mathematician Ian Stewart tells readers what he wishes he had known when he was a student. He takes up subjects ranging from the philosophical to the practical-what mathematics is and why it's worth doing, the relationship between logic and proof, the role of beauty in mathematical thinking, the

T A Today - A New Introduction to Transactional Analysis (Stewart Ian)(Paperback / softback)

Complex Analysis (Stewart Ian)(Paperback)

This new edition of a classic textbook develops complex analysis from the established theory of real analysis by emphasising the differences that arise as a result of the richer geometry of the complex plane. Key features of the authors' approach are to use simple topological ideas to translate

New Wave Mental Maths Book 2(Paperback / softback)

Written to provide a comprehensive coverage of mental maths concepts in Irish mathematics curriculum, this title provides opportunities for consolidation of mathematical concepts to develop and maintain speed of recall. It also offers sequential development of mathematical concepts and

New Wave Mental Maths Book 3(Paperback / softback)

Written to provide a comprehensive coverage of mental maths concepts in Irish mathematics curriculum, this title provides opportunities for consolidation of mathematical concepts to develop and maintain speed of recall. It also offers sequential development of mathematical concepts and

Foundations and Fundamental Concepts of Mathematics (Eves Howard)(Paperback)

This third edition of a popular, well-received text offers undergraduates an opportunity to obtain an overview of the historical roots and the evolution of several areas of mathematics.The selection of topics conveys not only their role in this historical development of mathematics but also their

New Wave Mental Maths Book 6(Paperback / softback)

Written to provide comprehensive coverage of mental maths concepts in the Irish mathematics curriculum, this title offers opportunities for consolidation of mathematical concepts to develop and maintain speed of recall. It also helps you introduce, practise and understand a range of mathematical

New Wave Mental Maths Book 4(Paperback / softback)

Written to provide comprehensive coverage of mental maths concepts in the Irish mathematics curriculum, this title offers opportunities for consolidation of mathematical concepts to develop and maintain speed of recall. It also helps you introduce, practise and understand a range of mathematical

MATHEMATICS APPLICATIONS & INTERPRETATIO (LUCAS IAN)(Paperback)

Study Revision Guide for the IB

Introducing Mathematics: A Graphic Guide (Sardar Ziauddin)(Paperback)

Introducing Mathematics traces the story of mathematics from the ancient world to modern times, describing the great discoveries and providing an accessible introduction to topics such as algebra and chaos

Science Of Discworld II - The Globe (Stewart Ian)(Paperback / softback)

Acclaimed The Science of Discworld centred around an original Pratchett story about the wizards of