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CONCEPTS OF MODERN MATHEMATICS (DOVER BOOKS ON MATHEMATICS)
IAN STEWART
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Editora Dover
Área MATEMÁTICA
Idioma Inglês
Número de páginas 352
Edição 1995
ISBN 0486284247
EAN 9780486284248
Ian Stewart's approachable and witty style ensures this book is a delightful and enlightening read for mathematicians and curious learners alike.
In this charming volume, a noted English mathematician uses humor and anecdotes to illuminate the concepts underlying "new math": groups, sets, subsets, topology, Boolean algebra, and other subjects. No advanced mathematical background is needed to follow thought-provoking discussions of such topics as functions, symmetry, axiomatics, counting, topology, hyperspace, linear algebra, and more. 200 illustrations.
Accessible Language: Written with humor and clarity, this book makes complex mathematical topics like topology, Boolean algebra, and linear algebra approachable for readers without an advanced mathematical background.
Comprehensive Coverage: Explores a broad range of topics, from functions and symmetry to fundamental analysis and probability, ensuring readers develop a well-rounded understanding of "new math."
Humor and Anecdotes: Lightens the learning experience with engaging humor and anecdotes, helping to demystify abstract concepts and retain the reader's interest.
Practical Relevance: Highlights the applications of modern mathematics in technology, science, and everyday life, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and its real-world uses.
Focus on Pure Mathematics: Showcases the power, beauty, and utility of pure mathematics, encouraging readers to appreciate the elegance behind numbers, shapes, and logic.
Timeless Appeal: Despite shifts in educational trends, the insights in this book remain relevant for understanding how mathematics continues to evolve and impact current-day innovations.
By the end of Concepts of Modern Mathematics, readers will gain a deeper appreciation for the foundational ideas in mathematics and better understand the profound impact these concepts have on society today.