Popular & Elementary Mathematics

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A Practical Arithmetic
by Frank Lincoln Stevens - C. Scribner's sons , 1910
The primary object of arithmetic is to enable the student to acquire skill in computation. In addition to the attainment of this essential end, great benefit is derived from the exercise of the reasoning powers and their consequent development.
(628 views)

Elementary Algebra
by Denny Burzynski, Wade Ellis - Saunders College Publishing , 1989
This text covers the traditional topics studied in a modern elementary algebra course for students who have no exposure to elementary algebra, have had an unpleasant experience with elementary algebra, or need to review algebraic concepts.
(7270 views)

Elementary Mathematics
by W W L Chen, X T Duong - Macquarie University , 1999
Basic algebra, matrices, trigonometry, indices and logarithms, polynomial equations, inequalities and absolute values, progressions, counting techniques, complex numbers, functions and lines, introduction to differentiation and integration.
(3115 views)

Essential Mathematics
by Franco Vivaldi , 2006
Essential Mathematics is written for students who reach university without elementary algebra and arithmetic skills. The book consists of exercises on fractions, roots, monomials and polynomials, linear and quadratic equations.
(5221 views)

Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions
by Edwin A. Abbot - Datum , 2008
The book gives some accessible and charming explanations of geometry and physics for the curious non-mathematician. Flatland imagines a two-dimensional world inhabited by sentient geometric shapes who think their planar world is all there is.
(5127 views)

Fundamentals of Mathematics
by Denny Burzynski, Wade Ellis - Saunders College Publishing , 1989
The text covers the topics studied in a modern prealgebra course, as well as topics of estimation, elementary analytic geometry, and introductory algebra. Useful for students who need to review fundamental mathematical concepts and techniques.
(6806 views)

Inner Algebra
by Aaron Maxwell - Lulu.com , 2005
Learn to do algebra mentally and intuitively: mathematicians use their minds in ways that make math easy for them. This book teaches you how to do the same, focusing on algebra. As you read and do the exercises, math becomes easier and more natural.
(4443 views)

Math Made a Bit Easier: Basic Math Explained in Plain English
by Larry Zafran - CreateSpace , 2009
The book starts with a review of basic arithmetic, followed by basic operations, negative numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, and basic probability and statistics. The material is explained conversationally and in plain English.
(260 views)

Mathematical Essays and Recreations
by Hermann Schubert - The Open Court Publishing , 1898
The mathematical essays in this volume are by one of the most successful teachers and text-book writers of Germany. The essays are full of suggestions for elementary mathematical teachers and students, as well as for non-mathematical readers.
(152 views)

Mathematical Measures, Mathematical Pleasures, Mathematical Treasures
by Stephen Clark - Lulu.com , 2008
The book for people of all ages and abilities, an attempt to bring mathematics and geometry to everyone in a simple manner. Do you know what a square root is? What is an irrational number? Can you explain the Pythagorean Theorem?
(2798 views)

Mathematics at the Edge of the Rational Universe
by Christopher Cooper - Macquarie University , 2008
This book will take you on a journey to the extreme regions, just before the point where logic breaks down. It discusses the impossible, the infinite, the unimaginable, the uncomputable and the undecidable. Our motivation will be that of an explorer.
(1673 views)

Philosophy and Fun of Algebra
by Mary Everest Boole - C. W. Daniel , 1891
Contents: From Arithmetic To Algebra; The Making of Algebras; Simultaneous Problems; Partial Solutions, Elements of Complexity; Mathematical Certainty; The First Hebrew Algebra; How to Choose Our Hypotheses; The Limits of the Teacher's Function; etc.
(395 views)

Practical Mathematics
by Cargill Gilston Knott - Chambers , 1914
The aim has been to illustrate the use of mathematics in constructing diagrams; in measuring areas, volumes, strengths of materials ; in calculating latitudes and longitudes on the earth's surface ; and in solving similar problems.
(314 views)

Practical Mathematics for Beginners
by Frank Castle - Macmillan and co , 1905
From the table of contents: Arithmetic; Plane Geometry; Algebra; British and Metric Units; Logarithms; Slide Rule; Ratios; Use of Squared Paper; Mensuration. Area of Parallelogram. Triangle. Circumference of Circle. Area of a Circle; etc.
(527 views)

Symbolic Logic
by Lewis Carroll - Macmillan and co , 1897
Here you see Carroll the mathematician at his playful best. This isn't about modern symbolic logic but about ways of expressing classical logic with symbols. It's loaded with amusing problems to delight any mathematical puzzler.
(3398 views)

The Narrow Road to the Interior: A Mathematical Journey
by Leland McInnes , 2007
The author follows a wandering journey, traveling into the abstract highlands of pure mathematics: from the basics of abstract or pure mathematics, through topology, manifolds, group theory and abstract algebra, category theory, and more.
(3612 views)

Trigonometric Delights
by Eli Maor - Princeton University Press , 2002
Maor brings trigonometry to life in a blend of mathematics and history. He surveys the main elements of trigonometry and its contribution to science and social development. Scientific curiosities, entertaining stories, and educational insights.
(6609 views)