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The Joy Of X

A Guided Tour of Math, from One to Infinity

by Steven Strogatz ...

“Delightful . . . easily digestible chapters include plenty of helpful examples and illustrations. You'll never forget the Pythagorean theorem again!”—Scientific AmericanMany people take math in high school and promptly forget much of it. But math plays a part in all of our lives all of the time, whether we know it or not. In The Joy of x, Steven Strogatz expands on his hit New York Times series ... Read more

$14.99 USD

“Delightful . . . easily digestible chapters include plenty of helpful examples and illustrations. You'll never forget the Pythagorean theorem again!”—Scientific AmericanMany people take math in high school and promptly forget much of it. But math plays a part in all of our lives all of the time, whether we know it or not. In The Joy of x, Steven Strogatz expands on his hit New York Times series
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Fermat's Enigma

The Epic Quest to Solve the World's Greatest Mathematical Problem

by Simon Singh ...

xn + yn = zn, where n represents 3, 4, 5, ...no solution"I have discovered a truly marvelous demonstration of this proposition which this margin is too narrow to contain."With these words, the seventeenth-century French mathematician Pierre de Fermat threw down the gauntlet to future generations. What came to be known as Fermat's Last Theorem looked simple; proving it, however, became the Holy ... Read more

$10.99 USD

xn + yn = zn, where n represents 3, 4, 5, ...no solution"I have discovered a truly marvelous demonstration of this proposition which this margin is too narrow to contain."With these words, the seventeenth-century French mathematician Pierre de Fermat threw down the gauntlet to future generations. What came to be known as Fermat's Last Theorem looked simple; proving it, however, became the Holy
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Trigonometry For Dummies

by Mary Jane Sterling ...

Make trigonometry as easy as 1-2-3Believe it or not, trigonometry is easier than it looks! With the right help, you can breeze through your next trig class, test, or exam and be ready for your next math challenge. In Trigonometry For Dummies, you’ll learn to understand the basics of sines, cosines, and tangents, graph functions, solve tough formulas, and even discover how to use trig outside the ... Read more

$15.00 USD

Make trigonometry as easy as 1-2-3Believe it or not, trigonometry is easier than it looks! With the right help, you can breeze through your next trig class, test, or exam and be ready for your next math challenge. In Trigonometry For Dummies, you’ll learn to understand the basics of sines, cosines, and tangents, graph functions, solve tough formulas, and even discover how to use trig outside the
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Math Cats

Scratching the Surface of Mathematical Concepts

by Daniel M Look, PhD ...

Math + cats = an infinitely more entertaining exploration of the concepts and principles that are the foundation of our understanding of mathematics.In Math Cats, mathematician and professor Daniel Look, along with a clowder of his feline friends, reveals the charming connections between mathematics and cats with 22 fun and fur-filled lessons. We know all cats are cute, but only some are acute. ... Read more

$11.99 USD

Math + cats = an infinitely more entertaining exploration of the concepts and principles that are the foundation of our understanding of mathematics.In Math Cats, mathematician and professor Daniel Look, along with a clowder of his feline friends, reveals the charming connections between mathematics and cats with 22 fun and fur-filled lessons. We know all cats are cute, but only some are acute.
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Algebra II For Dummies

by Mary Jane Sterling ...

Algebra II For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119543145) was previously published as Algebra II For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119090625). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.Your complete guide to acing Algebra IIDo quadratic equations make you queasy? Does the mere thought of ... Read more

$15.00 USD

Algebra II For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119543145) was previously published as Algebra II For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119090625). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.Your complete guide to acing Algebra IIDo quadratic equations make you queasy? Does the mere thought of
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Common Errors in Statistics (and How to Avoid Them)

by Phillip I. Good, James W. Hardin ...

Praise for Common Errors in Statistics (and How to Avoid Them)"A very engaging and valuable book for all who use statistics in any setting."-CHOICE"Addresses popular mistakes often made in data collection and provides an indispensable guide to accurate statistical analysis and reporting. The authors' emphasis on careful practice, combined with a focus on the development of solutions, reveals the ... Read more

$58.00 USD

Praise for Common Errors in Statistics (and How to Avoid Them)"A very engaging and valuable book for all who use statistics in any setting."-CHOICE"Addresses popular mistakes often made in data collection and provides an indispensable guide to accurate statistical analysis and reporting. The authors' emphasis on careful practice, combined with a focus on the development of solutions, reveals the
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Algebra II

by Carolyn Wheater ...

Series series Idiot's Guides
Perhaps no subject strikes so much fear in the hearts of high school and college students as Algebra I, except of course its older, meaner sibling, Algebra II! Starting with reinforcing concepts from Algebra I and with lots of practice and tips along the way, Idiot's Guides: Algebra II eases you into second-year algebra to help you master your academic goals. With Common Core instruction in mind, ... Read more

$9.99 USD

Perhaps no subject strikes so much fear in the hearts of high school and college students as Algebra I, except of course its older, meaner sibling, Algebra II! Starting with reinforcing concepts from Algebra I and with lots of practice and tips along the way, Idiot's Guides: Algebra II eases you into second-year algebra to help you master your academic goals. With Common Core instruction in mind,
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Calculus for the Practical Man

by J. E. Thompson ...

A step-by-step guide to calculus featuring practice questions and exercises to help people improve their understanding of the mathematical study of change.First published in 1945, this edition of J. E. Thompson’s Calculus for the Practical Man is the ideal simple guide for those who are studying physics or mathematical courses at university, or for those who wish to brush up on the calculus they ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A step-by-step guide to calculus featuring practice questions and exercises to help people improve their understanding of the mathematical study of change.First published in 1945, this edition of J. E. Thompson’s Calculus for the Practical Man is the ideal simple guide for those who are studying physics or mathematical courses at university, or for those who wish to brush up on the calculus they
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Geometry For Dummies

by Mark Ryan ...

Hit the geometry wall? Get up and running with this no-nonsense guide!Does the thought of geometry make you jittery? You're not alone. Fortunately, this down-to-earth guide helps you approach it from a new angle, making it easier than ever to conquer your fears and score your highest in geometry. From getting started with geometry basics to making friends with lines and angles, you'll be proving ... Read more

$15.00 USD

Hit the geometry wall? Get up and running with this no-nonsense guide!Does the thought of geometry make you jittery? You're not alone. Fortunately, this down-to-earth guide helps you approach it from a new angle, making it easier than ever to conquer your fears and score your highest in geometry. From getting started with geometry basics to making friends with lines and angles, you'll be proving
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我的幾何人生：從貧窮少年到數學皇帝，丘成桐自傳

The Shape of a Life: One Mathematician's Search for the Universe's Hidden Geometry

by 丘成桐, 史蒂夫・納迪斯（Steve Nadis） ...

Translated by 夏木清 ...

「在哈佛，丘成桐一個人就是一個數學系！」——美國數學家 Isadore Singer丘成桐是當代最具影響力的數學家，成就卓越，獲獎無數，被紐約時報譽為「數學皇帝」。他在27歲時破解卡拉比猜想，30歲即成為普林斯頓大學終身教授，33歲更榮獲菲爾茲獎，是首位華人得主。他的研究為包括幾何學、弦論、廣義相對論眾多領域都提供洞見，也為黑洞理論做出重要貢獻。《我的幾何人生》以直率而真誠的筆觸，紀錄這位傑出數學家與眾不同、充滿意外的勵志故事與傳奇人生。書中講述他如何從貧窮的中國鄉村成長，因父親早逝，由母親一手撫養，度過顛沛流離的貧困童年。而後遠渡重洋，在異國求學，並在27的年輕之姿，在世界數學界一鳴驚人，獲得美國頂尖大學教職，並不斷解決科學上的難題，取得驚人突破。除了舉世矚目的個人成就外，他更投入大量的精力與心血，支持青年學子，培養新一代的數學家。丘成桐也特別撰寫〈我與臺灣〉篇章 ... Read more

$13.83 USD

「在哈佛，丘成桐一個人就是一個數學系！」——美國數學家 Isadore Singer丘成桐是當代最具影響力的數學家，成就卓越，獲獎無數，被紐約時報譽為「數學皇帝」。他在27歲時破解卡拉比猜想，30歲即成為普林斯頓大學終身教授，33歲更榮獲菲爾茲獎，是首位華人得主。他的研究為包括幾何學、弦論、廣義相對論眾多領域都提供洞見，也為黑洞理論做出重要貢獻。《我的幾何人生》以直率而真誠的筆觸，紀錄這位傑出數學家與眾不同、充滿意外的勵志故事與傳奇人生。書中講述他如何從貧窮的中國鄉村成長，因父親早逝，由母親一手撫養，度過顛沛流離的貧困童年。而後遠渡重洋，在異國求學，並在27的年輕之姿，在世界數學界一鳴驚人，獲得美國頂尖大學教職，並不斷解決科學上的難題，取得驚人突破。除了舉世矚目的個人成就外，他更投入大量的精力與心血，支持青年學子，培養新一代的數學家。丘成桐也特別撰寫〈我與臺灣〉篇章
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Sample EBOOK - SECONDARY SCHOOL MATHEMATICS - SAMPLES FROM EACH BOOK IN MR W'S MATH STUDY GUIDE SERIES

INCLUDING MR W'S EASY TO FOLLOW STEP BY STEP SOLUTIONS

by Dennis Weichman ...

Series series MR W'S MATH STUDY GUIDES
WHO IS MR.W?Dennis Irwin Weichman (MR. W) holds a Bachelors degree and Masters degree in mathematics from the University of Western Ontario. His series of Math Study Guides capture his teaching methodology best practices from 30 years as a high school teacher and 20 years as a private math tutor.It all started with the idea of simplifying the process of teaching math using a step by step approach. ... Read more

$3.68 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

WHO IS MR.W?Dennis Irwin Weichman (MR. W) holds a Bachelors degree and Masters degree in mathematics from the University of Western Ontario. His series of Math Study Guides capture his teaching methodology best practices from 30 years as a high school teacher and 20 years as a private math tutor.It all started with the idea of simplifying the process of teaching math using a step by step approach.
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The Math Book

by DK ...

Series series DK Big Ideas
See how math's infinite mysteries and beauty unfold in this captivating educational book!Discover more than 85 of the most important mathematical ideas, theorems, and proofs ever devised with this beautifully illustrated book. Get to know the great minds whose revolutionary discoveries changed our world today.You don't have to be a math genius to follow along with this book! This brilliant book is ... Read more

$10.99 USD

See how math's infinite mysteries and beauty unfold in this captivating educational book!Discover more than 85 of the most important mathematical ideas, theorems, and proofs ever devised with this beautifully illustrated book. Get to know the great minds whose revolutionary discoveries changed our world today.You don't have to be a math genius to follow along with this book! This brilliant book is
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Math Games with Bad Drawings

75 1/4 Simple, Challenging, Go-Anywhere Games—And Why They Matter

by Ben Orlin ...

Bestselling author and worst-drawing artist Ben Orlin expands his oeuvre with this interactive collection of mathematical games. With 70-plus games, each taking a minute to learn and a lifetime to master, this treasure trove will delight, educate, and entertain.From beloved math popularizer Ben Orlin comes a masterfully compiled collection of dozens of playable mathematical games.This ultimate ... Read more

$16.99 USD

Bestselling author and worst-drawing artist Ben Orlin expands his oeuvre with this interactive collection of mathematical games. With 70-plus games, each taking a minute to learn and a lifetime to master, this treasure trove will delight, educate, and entertain.From beloved math popularizer Ben Orlin comes a masterfully compiled collection of dozens of playable mathematical games.This ultimate
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See Ya Later Calculator

Simple Math Tricks You Can Do in Your Head

by Editors of Portable Press ...

The math book for anyone who thinks they hate math, full of easy, entertaining and practical tricks for mentally solving problems in seconds.No matter how much you might try to avoid numbers, we all use math every day to calculate a tip, figure out an interest rate, or estimate the cost of the groceries in your cart. But the good news is, math can be easy—and even fun—if you know how to do it all ... Read more

$12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The math book for anyone who thinks they hate math, full of easy, entertaining and practical tricks for mentally solving problems in seconds.No matter how much you might try to avoid numbers, we all use math every day to calculate a tip, figure out an interest rate, or estimate the cost of the groceries in your cart. But the good news is, math can be easy—and even fun—if you know how to do it all
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Math for English Majors

A Human Take on the Universal Language

by Ben Orlin ...

In this trailblazing work from the internet’s most empathetic math teacher, Ben Orlin unravels the secrets behind the world’s most confounding language.Math, it is said, is the "universal language.” But if a language brings people together, why does math make so many of us feel so alone? In Math for English Majors, bestselling author Ben Orlin (Math with Bad Drawings) offers fresh insights for the ... Read more

$15.99 USD

In this trailblazing work from the internet’s most empathetic math teacher, Ben Orlin unravels the secrets behind the world’s most confounding language.Math, it is said, is the "universal language.” But if a language brings people together, why does math make so many of us feel so alone? In Math for English Majors, bestselling author Ben Orlin (Math with Bad Drawings) offers fresh insights for the
... Read more
Math Review

by BarCharts,Inc ...

This guide includes the essentials covered in all the basic areas of math. It contains information on set theories, real numbers, integers, fractions and much more. ... Read more

$4.95 USD

This guide includes the essentials covered in all the basic areas of math. It contains information on set theories, real numbers, integers, fractions and much more.
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Math Fundamentals 1

by BarCharts,Inc ...

$4.95 USD
Math Fundamentals 2

by BarCharts,Inc ...

$4.95 USD
Calculus Made Easy

Being a Very-Simplest Introduction to Those Beautiful Methods of Reckoning Which are Generally Called by the Terrifying Names of the Differential Calculus and the Integral Calculus

by Silvanus Phillips Thompson ...

Calculus Made Easy by Silvanus Phillips Thompson is an accessible and engaging introduction to the fundamental principles of calculus, offering readers a clear and simplified approach to understanding this essential branch of mathematics.Calculus Made Easy by Silvanus Phillips Thompson is a timeless classic that makes the complex world of calculus accessible to students and learners of all levels. ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Calculus Made Easy by Silvanus Phillips Thompson is an accessible and engaging introduction to the fundamental principles of calculus, offering readers a clear and simplified approach to understanding this essential branch of mathematics.Calculus Made Easy by Silvanus Phillips Thompson is a timeless classic that makes the complex world of calculus accessible to students and learners of all levels.
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Algebra I For Dummies

by Mary Jane Sterling ...

Algebra I For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119293576) was previously published as Algebra I For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9780470559642). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.Factor fearlessly, conquer the quadratic formula, and solve linear equationsThere's no doubt that algebra can ... Read more

$15.00 USD

Algebra I For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119293576) was previously published as Algebra I For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9780470559642). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.Factor fearlessly, conquer the quadratic formula, and solve linear equationsThere's no doubt that algebra can
... Read more
Inteligencia matemática

by Eduardo Sáenz de Cabezón ...

"¿Quién leería un libro sobre matemáticas sin que le obliguen?", se preguntará el lector de este libro. Porque al leer sobre ellas se corren varios riesgos… Tal vez cambiemos nuestra idea sobre las matemáticas, con las que hemos vivido tan cómodamente todo este tiempo, y es posible que terminen por gustarnos. Este libro te mostrará que las matemáticas no son tan odiosas como aparentan; en ellas ... Read more

$8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

"¿Quién leería un libro sobre matemáticas sin que le obliguen?", se preguntará el lector de este libro. Porque al leer sobre ellas se corren varios riesgos… Tal vez cambiemos nuestra idea sobre las matemáticas, con las que hemos vivido tan cómodamente todo este tiempo, y es posible que terminen por gustarnos. Este libro te mostrará que las matemáticas no son tan odiosas como aparentan; en ellas
... Read more
Science Mysteries Explained

In-Depth Explorations of Natural Scienceâ€™s Most Fascinating Facts

by Anthony Fordham ...

Series series Idiot's Guides
Ideal for the armchair science enthusiast, Idiot's Guides: Science Mysteries Explained takes a question/answer-based approach to teach readers a wide variety of topics in Earth Science, Life Science, Chemistry, Physics, and Cosmology. Using helpful full-color illustrations and expert information, this book features 130 fascinating questions and answers to satisfy any scientist wannabe. ... Read more

$9.99 USD

Ideal for the armchair science enthusiast, Idiot's Guides: Science Mysteries Explained takes a question/answer-based approach to teach readers a wide variety of topics in Earth Science, Life Science, Chemistry, Physics, and Cosmology. Using helpful full-color illustrations and expert information, this book features 130 fascinating questions and answers to satisfy any scientist wannabe.
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The Princeton Companion to Mathematics

Edited by Timothy Gowers, June Barrow-Green, Imre Leader ...

This is a one-of-a-kind reference for anyone with a serious interest in mathematics. Edited by Timothy Gowers, a recipient of the Fields Medal, it presents nearly two hundred entries, written especially for this book by some of the world's leading mathematicians, that introduce basic mathematical tools and vocabulary; trace the development of modern mathematics; explain essential terms and ... Read more

$79.19 USD

This is a one-of-a-kind reference for anyone with a serious interest in mathematics. Edited by Timothy Gowers, a recipient of the Fields Medal, it presents nearly two hundred entries, written especially for this book by some of the world's leading mathematicians, that introduce basic mathematical tools and vocabulary; trace the development of modern mathematics; explain essential terms and
... Read more
Sneaky Math

A Graphic Primer with Projects

by Cy Tymony ...

Series Book 9 - Sneaky Books
" By capitalizing on these real-world applications, Tymony helps conquer much of the fear and dread associated with traditional math lessons." (Booklist)Cy Tymony, author of the best-selling Sneaky Uses series, brings his unique, fun hands-on learning approach to all things math.Many people fear math and numbers, even Barbie, who famously said "Math class is tough" in her controversial 1992 ... Read more

$12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

" By capitalizing on these real-world applications, Tymony helps conquer much of the fear and dread associated with traditional math lessons." (Booklist)Cy Tymony, author of the best-selling Sneaky Uses series, brings his unique, fun hands-on learning approach to all things math.Many people fear math and numbers, even Barbie, who famously said "Math class is tough" in her controversial 1992
... Read more

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