The Mathematics of Poker (Chen Bill)(Paperback)

The Mathematics of Poker (Chen Bill)(Paperback)

This title provides an introduction to quantitative techniques as applied to poker and to a branch of mathematics that is particularly applicable to poker - game

Speed Mathematics (Handley Bill)(Paperback)

Medical Mathematics and Dosage Calculations for Veterinary Technicians (Bill Robert)(Paperback)

This user-friendly guide to medical mathematics helps veterinary technician students develop the math skills required before going into the practice setting. New workbook format allows readers to practice problems right inside the bookCovers math fundamentals, metric and non-metric conversions,

Lectures on the Philosophy of Mathematics (Hamkins Joel David)(Paperback)

An introduction to the philosophy of mathematics grounded in mathematics and motivated by mathematical inquiry and practice. In this book, Joel David Hamkins offers an introduction to the philosophy of mathematics that is grounded in mathematics and motivated by mathematical inquiry and practice

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

A History of Mathematics: From Mesopotamia to Modernity (Hodgkin Luke)(Paperback)

A History of Mathematics covers the evolution of mathematics through time and across the major Eastern and Western civilizations. It begins in Babylon, then describes the trials and tribulations of the Greek mathematicians. The important, and often neglected, influence of both Chinese and Islamic

The Mathematics of Secrets: Cryptography from Caesar Ciphers to Digital Encryption (Holden Joshua)(Paperback)

Explaining the mathematics of cryptographyThe Mathematics of Secrets takes readers on a fascinating tour of the mathematics behind cryptography--the science of sending secret messages. Using a wide range of historical anecdotes and real-world examples, Joshua Holden shows how mathematical

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

Philosophy of Mathematics (Linnebo ystein)(Paperback)

A sophisticated, original introduction to the philosophy of mathematics from one of its leading thinkersMathematics is a model of precision and objectivity, but it appears distinct from the empirical sciences because it seems to deliver nonexperiential knowledge of a nonphysical reality of numbers,

Elements of Mathematics: From Euclid to Gdel (Stillwell John)(Paperback)

An exciting look at the world of elementary mathematics Elements of Mathematics takes readers on a fascinating tour that begins in elementary mathematics--but, as John Stillwell shows, this subject is not as elementary or straightforward as one might think. Not all topics that are part of today's

Eloquence of the Sardine (Francois Bill)(Paperback)

History Mathematics 3e (Boyer Carl B.)(Paperback)

The updated new edition of the classic and comprehensive guide to the history of mathematics For more than forty years, A History of Mathematics has been the reference of choice for those looking to learn about the fascinating history of humankind's relationship with numbers, shapes, and patterns

Philosophy of Mathematics: Selected Readings (Benacerraf Paul)(Paperback)

The twentieth century has witnessed an unprecedented 'crisis in the foundations of mathematics', featuring a world-famous paradox (Russell's Paradox), a challenge to 'classical' mathematics from a world-famous mathematician (the 'mathematical intuitionism' of Brouwer), a new foundational school

Penguin Dictionary of Mathematics - Fourth edition (Nelson David)(Paperback / softback)

The Penguin Dictionary of Mathematics takes in all branches of pure and applied mathematics, from algebra to mechanics and from number theory to statistics. Invaluable for students at all levels, it is also a useful and versatile source book for economists, business people, engineers, technicians

The Score Takes Care of Itself: My Philosophy of Leadership (Walsh Bill)(Paperback)

The last lecture on leadership by the NFL's greatest coach: Bill Walsh Bill Walsh is a towering figure in the history of the NFL. His advanced leadership transformed the San Francisco 49ers from the worst franchise in sports to a legendary dynasty. In the process, he changed the way football is

The Mathematics of Models for Climatology and Environment (Diaz Jesus I.)(Paperback)

This book is the culmination of the NATO Advanced Study Institute on The Mathematics of Models for Climatology and Environment which was held at Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, Spain during 11-21 January 1995. One of the main goals of the ASI was to establish a bridge between mathematical modellers on

Mathematics Through the Eyes of Faith (Howell Russell)(Paperback)

In this comprehensive work, top professors present the discipline of mathematics from a Christian worldview. It addresses the needs of Christian students who wish to align science and faith, and demonstrates that the most abstract topic can be a pathway to a closer relationship with God

Discovering Mathematics: The Art of Investigation (Gardiner A.)(Paperback)

The term mathematics usually suggests an array of familiar problems with solutions derived from well-known techniques. Discovering Mathematics: The Art of Investigation takes a different approach, exploring how new ideas and chance observations can be pursued, and focusing on how the process

Mathematics: The Loss of Certainty (Kline Morris)(Paperback)

This work stresses the illogical manner in which mathematics has developed, the question of applied mathematics as against 'pure' mathematics, and the challenges to the consistency of mathematics' logical structure that have occurred in the twentieth

Exploiting Poker Tells (Elwood Zachary)(Paperback)

Zachary Elwood is the author of the popular poker behavior books Reading Poker Tells and Verbal Poker Tells. Exploiting Poker Tells is the third and final book in Elwood's poker tells trilogy. In this book, Elwood focuses on practical, real-world considerations, answering questions like: When great

Enigma of China - Inspector Chen 8 (Xiaolong Qiu)(Paperback / softback)

The eighth novel in Qiu Xiaolong's acclaimed Chinese crime series sees Inspector Chen confronted by a terrible choice between Party politics or his principles - with his career at

Engineering Mathematics (Davison Robert)(Paperback / softback)

Engineering Mathematics is the unparalleled undergraduate textbook for students of electrical, electronic, communications, and systems engineering. This widely used text, now in its fifth edition, takes on an applications-focused approach to ensure a deep and practical

Mathematics of the Gods and the Algorithms of Men - A Cultural History (Zellini Paolo)(Paperback / softback)

Bill Tutte Codebreaker (Williams Tom)(Paperback)

BILL TUTTE CODEBREAKER 'THE GREATEST INTELLECTUAL FEAT OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR.' ... a testimonial to Bill Tutte and his codebreaking discovery in 1942 at Bletchley Park. Bill Tutte was a young, gauche PhD student, yet his remarkable breakthrough and continuing endeavour against a German cipher