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Calculus II For Dummies

de Mark Zegarelli ...

The easy (okay, easier) way to master advanced calculus topics and theoriesCalculus II For Dummies will help you get through your (notoriously difficult) calc class—or pass a standardized test like the MCAT with flying colors. Calculus is required for many majors, but not everyone’s a natural at it. This friendly book breaks down tricky concepts in plain English, in a way that you can understand. ... Leer más

$18.00 USD

The easy (okay, easier) way to master advanced calculus topics and theoriesCalculus II For Dummies will help you get through your (notoriously difficult) calc class—or pass a standardized test like the MCAT with flying colors. Calculus is required for many majors, but not everyone’s a natural at it. This friendly book breaks down tricky concepts in plain English, in a way that you can understand.
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Irreligion

A Mathematician Explains Why the Arguments for God Just Don't Add Up

de John Allen Paulos ...

A lifelong unbeliever finds no reason to change his mind: "A good-natured primer for infidels" from the bestselling author of Innumeracy ( Kirkus Reviews).Are there any logical reasons to believe in God? Mathematician and bestselling author John Allen Paulos thinks not. In Irreligion he presents the case for his own worldview, organizing his book into twelve chapters that refute the twelve ... Leer más

$11.69 USD

A lifelong unbeliever finds no reason to change his mind: "A good-natured primer for infidels" from the bestselling author of Innumeracy ( Kirkus Reviews).Are there any logical reasons to believe in God? Mathematician and bestselling author John Allen Paulos thinks not. In Irreligion he presents the case for his own worldview, organizing his book into twelve chapters that refute the twelve
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Insects

de Michael Chinery ...

Series series Collins Gem
The ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material.This is the perfect pocket guide for nature enthusiasts keen to identify the most commonly seen insects in Britain and northern Europe.Authoritative text and beautiful photographs show the distinguishing features of each insect to aid identification.Features information on size, ... Leer más

$3.49 USD

The ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material.This is the perfect pocket guide for nature enthusiasts keen to identify the most commonly seen insects in Britain and northern Europe.Authoritative text and beautiful photographs show the distinguishing features of each insect to aid identification.Features information on size,
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The Language of the Genes

de Steve Jones ...

Steve Jones’s highly acclaimed, double prize-winning, bestselling first book is now fully revised to cover all the new genetic breakthroughs from GM food to Dolly the sheep. ’An essential sightseer’s guide to our own genetic terrain.’ Peter Tallack, Sunday Telegraph’Superb and stimulating…an exhilarating trip around the double spiral of DNA, a rush of gravity-defying concepts and wild swerves of ... Leer más

$2.49 USD

Steve Jones’s highly acclaimed, double prize-winning, bestselling first book is now fully revised to cover all the new genetic breakthroughs from GM food to Dolly the sheep. ’An essential sightseer’s guide to our own genetic terrain.’ Peter Tallack, Sunday Telegraph’Superb and stimulating…an exhilarating trip around the double spiral of DNA, a rush of gravity-defying concepts and wild swerves of
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Math-ish

Finding Creativity, Diversity, and Meaning in Mathematics

de Jo Boaler ...

From Stanford professor, author of Limitless Mind, youcubed.org founder, and leading expert in the field of mathematics education Jo Boaler comes a groundbreaking guide to finding joy and understanding by adopting a diverse approach to learning math.“Every once in a while, someone revolutionizes an approach to a difficult subject and changes it forever. That is what Jo Boaler has done for math. ... Leer más

$15.99 USD

From Stanford professor, author of Limitless Mind, youcubed.org founder, and leading expert in the field of mathematics education Jo Boaler comes a groundbreaking guide to finding joy and understanding by adopting a diverse approach to learning math.“Every once in a while, someone revolutionizes an approach to a difficult subject and changes it forever. That is what Jo Boaler has done for math.
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Pluses and Minuses

How Math Solves Our Problems

de Stefan Buijsman ...

A guide to changing how you think about numbers and mathematics, from the prodigy changing the way the world thinks about math.We all know math is important: we live in the age of big data, our lives are increasingly governed by algorithms, and we're constantly faced with a barrage of statistics about everything from politics to our health. But what might be less obvious is how math factors into ... Leer más

$13.99 USD

A guide to changing how you think about numbers and mathematics, from the prodigy changing the way the world thinks about math.We all know math is important: we live in the age of big data, our lives are increasingly governed by algorithms, and we're constantly faced with a barrage of statistics about everything from politics to our health. But what might be less obvious is how math factors into
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First Aid in Mathematics Colour Edition

de Robert Sulley ...

Achieve the best possible standard with this bestselling book of practice and guidance - now in colourFirst Aid in Mathematics is written in clear and concise language to provide all the help, support and practice needed to master the key topics in basic mathematics. The book contains over 1,000 carefully planned practice questions to help readers reinforce their knowledge. Revision tests are ... Leer más

$4.99 USD

Achieve the best possible standard with this bestselling book of practice and guidance - now in colourFirst Aid in Mathematics is written in clear and concise language to provide all the help, support and practice needed to master the key topics in basic mathematics. The book contains over 1,000 carefully planned practice questions to help readers reinforce their knowledge. Revision tests are
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Math with Bad Drawings

Illuminating the Ideas That Shape Our Reality

de Ben Orlin ...

A reeducation in mathematics—full of joy, jokes, and stick figures—that sheds light on the countless ways that math structures and shapes our world.In Math With Bad Drawings, Ben Orlin reveals to us what math actually is; its myriad uses, its strange symbols, and the wild leaps of logic and faith that define the usually impenetrable work of the mathematician.Truth and knowledge come in multiple ... Leer más

$15.56 USD

A reeducation in mathematics—full of joy, jokes, and stick figures—that sheds light on the countless ways that math structures and shapes our world.In Math With Bad Drawings, Ben Orlin reveals to us what math actually is; its myriad uses, its strange symbols, and the wild leaps of logic and faith that define the usually impenetrable work of the mathematician.Truth and knowledge come in multiple
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Mind and Matter

A Life in Math and Football

de John Urschel, Louisa Thomas ...

**A New York Times bestsellerJohn Urschel, mathematician and former offensive lineman for the Baltimore Ravens, tells the story of a life balanced between two passions**For John Urschel, what began as an insatiable appetite for puzzles as a child developed into mastery of the elegant systems and rules of mathematics. By the time he was thirteen, Urschel was auditing a college-level calculus course ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

**A New York Times bestsellerJohn Urschel, mathematician and former offensive lineman for the Baltimore Ravens, tells the story of a life balanced between two passions**For John Urschel, what began as an insatiable appetite for puzzles as a child developed into mastery of the elegant systems and rules of mathematics. By the time he was thirteen, Urschel was auditing a college-level calculus course
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Mathematics for Human Flourishing

de Francis Su, Christopher Jackson ...

An inclusive vision of mathematics—its beauty, its humanity, and its power to build virtues that help us all flourishFor mathematician Francis Su, a society without mathematical affection is like a city without concerts, parks, or museums. To miss out on mathematics is to live without experiencing some of humanity’s most beautiful ideas.In this profound book, written for a wide audience but ... Leer más

$16.91 USD

An inclusive vision of mathematics—its beauty, its humanity, and its power to build virtues that help us all flourishFor mathematician Francis Su, a society without mathematical affection is like a city without concerts, parks, or museums. To miss out on mathematics is to live without experiencing some of humanity’s most beautiful ideas.In this profound book, written for a wide audience but
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Math Smart, 3rd Edition

The Savvy Student's Guide to Mastering Basic Math

de The Princeton Review, Marcia Lerner ...

Series series Smart Guides
NEVER GET CRUNCHED BY NUMBERS AGAIN.Even in a world where every cell phone is also a calculator, basic math competency is a must! In this book, you'll learn how to efficiently solve common problems and effortlessly perform foundational math operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Once you've got that down, we'll go over how to handle the scary stuff—like exponents, ... Leer más

$7.99 USD

NEVER GET CRUNCHED BY NUMBERS AGAIN.Even in a world where every cell phone is also a calculator, basic math competency is a must! In this book, you'll learn how to efficiently solve common problems and effortlessly perform foundational math operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Once you've got that down, we'll go over how to handle the scary stuff—like exponents,
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The Joy Of X

A Guided Tour of Math, from One to Infinity

de 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 ... Leer más

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“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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Street-Fighting Mathematics

The Art of Educated Guessing and Opportunistic Problem Solving

de Sanjoy Mahajan ...

This practical guide to educated guessing shows you how to find answers to partly-defined mathematical problems—without needing proof or an exact calculation.In problem solving, as in street fighting, rules are for fools: do whatever works—don’t just stand there! Yet we often fear an unjustified leap even though it may land us on a correct result. Traditional mathematics teaching is largely about ... Leer más

$25.99 USD

This practical guide to educated guessing shows you how to find answers to partly-defined mathematical problems—without needing proof or an exact calculation.In problem solving, as in street fighting, rules are for fools: do whatever works—don’t just stand there! Yet we often fear an unjustified leap even though it may land us on a correct result. Traditional mathematics teaching is largely about
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It's a Numberful World

How Math Is Hiding Everywhere

de Eddie Woo ...

A 2021 Mathical Honor Book: "One of the best math teachers on the planet. His book is as buoyant, open-hearted, and energetic as he is." —Steven Strogatz, New York Times–bestselling author of Infinite Powers: How Calculus Reveals the Secrets of the UniverseWhy aren't left-handers extinct? What makes a rainbow round? How is a pancreas like a pendulum? These may not look like math questions, but ... Leer más

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A 2021 Mathical Honor Book: "One of the best math teachers on the planet. His book is as buoyant, open-hearted, and energetic as he is." —Steven Strogatz, New York Times–bestselling author of Infinite Powers: How Calculus Reveals the Secrets of the UniverseWhy aren't left-handers extinct? What makes a rainbow round? How is a pancreas like a pendulum? These may not look like math questions, but
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Count Like an Egyptian

A Hands-on Introduction to Ancient Mathematics

de David Reimer ...

"[An] introduction to the mathematics of the ancient Egyptians . . . in a beautifully designed volume that is much easier to read than a papyrus scroll." —William Dunham, author of The Calculus GalleryCount Like an Egyptian provides a fun, hands-on introduction to the intuitive and often-surprising art of ancient Egyptian math. David Reimer guides you step-by-step through addition, subtraction, ... Leer más

$11.69 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

"[An] introduction to the mathematics of the ancient Egyptians . . . in a beautifully designed volume that is much easier to read than a papyrus scroll." —William Dunham, author of The Calculus GalleryCount Like an Egyptian provides a fun, hands-on introduction to the intuitive and often-surprising art of ancient Egyptian math. David Reimer guides you step-by-step through addition, subtraction,
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The Calculus Diaries

How Math Can Help You Lose Weight, Win in Vegas, and Survive a Zombie Apocalypse

de Jennifer Ouellette ...

Kiss My Math meets A Tour of the CalculusJennifer Ouellette never took math in college, mostly because she-like most people-assumed that she wouldn't need it in real life. But then the English-major-turned-award-winning-science-writer had a change of heart and decided to revisit the equations and formulas that had haunted her for years. The Calculus Diaries is the fun and fascinating account of ... Leer más

$5.99 USD

Kiss My Math meets A Tour of the CalculusJennifer Ouellette never took math in college, mostly because she-like most people-assumed that she wouldn't need it in real life. But then the English-major-turned-award-winning-science-writer had a change of heart and decided to revisit the equations and formulas that had haunted her for years. The Calculus Diaries is the fun and fascinating account of
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Simply Math

de DK ...

Series series DK Simply
Understanding math has never been easier.Combining bold, elegant graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Math is the perfect introduction to the subject for those who are short on time but hungry for knowledge.Covering more than 80 key mathematical theories from prime numbers and matrices to logarithms and quadratic equations, each pared-back, single-page entry explains the concept more ... Leer más

$7.99 USD

Understanding math has never been easier.Combining bold, elegant graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Math is the perfect introduction to the subject for those who are short on time but hungry for knowledge.Covering more than 80 key mathematical theories from prime numbers and matrices to logarithms and quadratic equations, each pared-back, single-page entry explains the concept more
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Uncountable

A Philosophical History of Number and Humanity from Antiquity to the Present

de David Nirenberg, Ricardo L. Nirenberg ...

Ranging from math to literature to philosophy, Uncountable explains how numbers triumphed as the basis of knowledge—and compromise our sense of humanity.Our knowledge of mathematics has structured much of what we think we know about ourselves as individuals and communities, shaping our psychologies, sociologies, and economies. In pursuit of a more predictable and more controllable cosmos, we have ... Leer más

$15.56 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Ranging from math to literature to philosophy, Uncountable explains how numbers triumphed as the basis of knowledge—and compromise our sense of humanity.Our knowledge of mathematics has structured much of what we think we know about ourselves as individuals and communities, shaping our psychologies, sociologies, and economies. In pursuit of a more predictable and more controllable cosmos, we have
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Algebra: A Complete Introduction

The Easy Way to Learn Algebra

de Hugh Neill ...

Algebra: A Complete Introduction is the most comprehensive yet easy-to-use introduction to using Algebra.Written by a leading expert, this book will help you if you are studying for an important exam or essay, or if you simply want to improve your knowledge.The book covers all the key areas of algebra including elementary operations, linear equations, formulae, simultaneous equations, quadratic ... Leer más

$4.99 USD

Algebra: A Complete Introduction is the most comprehensive yet easy-to-use introduction to using Algebra.Written by a leading expert, this book will help you if you are studying for an important exam or essay, or if you simply want to improve your knowledge.The book covers all the key areas of algebra including elementary operations, linear equations, formulae, simultaneous equations, quadratic
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Beyond Infinity

An Expedition to the Outer Limits of Mathematics

de Eugenia Cheng ...

**By one of our most imaginative mathematicians, a mind-expanding trip through the beauty—and the mysteries—of infinity  “Cheng does a great service by showing us non-mathematician schlubs how real mathematical creativity works." —*Wall Street Journal ***Imagine something small enough to fit in your head but too large to fit in the world—or even the universe. What would you call it? And what would ... Leer más

$9.99 USD

**By one of our most imaginative mathematicians, a mind-expanding trip through the beauty—and the mysteries—of infinity  “Cheng does a great service by showing us non-mathematician schlubs how real mathematical creativity works." —*Wall Street Journal ***Imagine something small enough to fit in your head but too large to fit in the world—or even the universe. What would you call it? And what would
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Math in Drag

de Kyne Santos ...

A 2025 Los Angeles Times Book Prizes finalist. Unleash your inner math diva.Join sensational drag queen Kyne Santos on an extraordinary journey through the glamorous world of . . . math?This sassy book is your VIP pass, taking you behind the scenes with a TikTok superstar who shatters stereotypes and proves that math can be fascinating and fun, even for people who think they aren't good at it.With ... Leer más

$18.44 USD

A 2025 Los Angeles Times Book Prizes finalist. Unleash your inner math diva.Join sensational drag queen Kyne Santos on an extraordinary journey through the glamorous world of . . . math?This sassy book is your VIP pass, taking you behind the scenes with a TikTok superstar who shatters stereotypes and proves that math can be fascinating and fun, even for people who think they aren't good at it.With
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In Pursuit of the Unknown

17 Equations That Changed the World

de Ian Stewart ...

The seventeen equations that form the basis for life as we know it.Most 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 contributed to human progress is seldom appreciated. In In Pursuit of the Unknown, celebrated mathematician Ian Stewart untangles the roots of our most ... Leer más

$13.99 USD

The seventeen equations that form the basis for life as we know it.Most 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 contributed to human progress is seldom appreciated. In In Pursuit of the Unknown, celebrated mathematician Ian Stewart untangles the roots of our most
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The Math Myth

And Other STEM Delusions

de Andrew Hacker ...

A New York Times–bestselling author looks at mathematics education in America—when it's worthwhile, and when it's not.Why do we inflict a full menu of mathematics—algebra, geometry, trigonometry, even calculus—on all young Americans, regardless of their interests or aptitudes? While Andrew Hacker has been a professor of mathematics himself, and extols the glories of the subject, he also questions ... Leer más

$11.69 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

A New York Times–bestselling author looks at mathematics education in America—when it's worthwhile, and when it's not.Why do we inflict a full menu of mathematics—algebra, geometry, trigonometry, even calculus—on all young Americans, regardless of their interests or aptitudes? While Andrew Hacker has been a professor of mathematics himself, and extols the glories of the subject, he also questions
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Problem-solving Strategies In Mathematics: From Common Approaches To Exemplary Strategies

de Alfred S Posamentier, Stephen Krulik ...

Series Libro 1 - Problem Solving In Mathematics And Beyond
This book introduces ten problem-solving strategies by first presenting the strategy and then applying it to problems in elementary mathematics. In doing so, first the common approach is shown, and then a more elegant strategy is provided. Elementary mathematics is used so that the reader can focus on the strategy and not be distracted by some more sophisticated mathematics. ... Leer más

$16.28 USD

This book introduces ten problem-solving strategies by first presenting the strategy and then applying it to problems in elementary mathematics. In doing so, first the common approach is shown, and then a more elegant strategy is provided. Elementary mathematics is used so that the reader can focus on the strategy and not be distracted by some more sophisticated mathematics.
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