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Conquering Mathematics

From Arithmetic to Calculus

By: Lloyd Motz,Jefferson Hane Weaver

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Conquering Mathematics

From Arithmetic to Calculus

By: Lloyd Motz,Jefferson Hane Weaver

We have designed and written this book. not as a text nor for the professional mathematician. but for the general reader who is naturally attracted to mathematics as a great intellec tual challenge. and for the special reader whose work requires him to have a deeper understanding of mathematics than he acquired in school. Readers in the first group are drawn to mental recreational activities such as chess. bridge. and various types of puzzles. but they generally do not respond enthusiastically to mathematics because of their unhappy learning experiences with it during their school days. The readers in the secondgrouptum to mathematics as a necessity. but with painful resignation and considerable apprehension regarding their abilities to master the branch ofmathematics they need in their work. In either case. the fear of and revulsion to mathematics felt by these readers usually stem from their earlier frustrating encounters with it. vii viii PREFACE This book will show these readers that these fears, frustrations, and general antipathy are unwarranted, for, as stated, it is not a textbook full of long, boring proofs and hundreds of problems, rather it is an intellectual adventure, to be read with pleasure. It was written to be easily accessible and with concern for the mental tranquilityofthe reader who willexperience considerable fulfillment when he/she sees the simplicity of basic mathematics. The emphasis throughout this book is on the clear explanation of mathematical con cepts.

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1489927743

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The Story of Physics

By: Lloyd Motz,Jefferson Hane Weaver

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The Story of Physics

By: Lloyd Motz,Jefferson Hane Weaver

Traces the development of physics from 2000 years ago to the experimental theories of the 20th century.

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1489963057

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The Math Explorer

A Journey Through the Beauty of Mathematics

By: Jefferson Hane Weaver

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The Math Explorer

A Journey Through the Beauty of Mathematics

By: Jefferson Hane Weaver

This stress-free layperson's introduction to the intriguing world of numbers is designed to acquaint the general reader with the elegance and wonder of mathematics. Unlike the typical boot-camp experience of a high school or college calculus course, Jefferson Hane Weaver's approach is more like a relaxing and educational walking tour. Along the way, tour-guide Weaver points out, explains, and invites readers to sample some of the most interesting topics. Even the most math-phobic among us will be lulled into appreciation by Weaver's creative and disarming discussions of this supposedly formidable intellectual discipline. He covers all the basics: irrational and imaginary numbers, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, differential and integral calculus, the concepts of zero and infinity, vectors, set theory, chance and probability, and much more. In conclusion, he provides five fascinating historical profiles, reviewing the life and work of Copernicus, Descartes, Kepler, Galileo, and Newton. More than anyone else, these five geniuses were responsible for creating the mathematical foundations of the physical sciences, which continue to make possible extraordinary discoveries and technological achievements. This enjoyable volume gives readers a working knowledge of math's most important concepts, an appreciation of its elegant logical structure, and an understanding of its historical significance in creating our contemporary world.

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Prometheus Books

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1615926542

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The Story of Physics

By: Lloyd Motz,Jefferson Hane Weaver

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Traces the development of physics from 2000 years ago to the experimental theories of the 20th century.

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Conquering Mathematics

From Arithmetic to Calculus

By: Lloyd Motz,Jefferson Hane Weaver

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From Arithmetic to Calculus

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Conquering Mathematics

Conquering Mathematics

The Story of Physics

The Story of Physics

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The Story of Physics

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Conquering Mathematics

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