This major survey features the work of 18 outstanding mathematicians. Primary subjects include analytic geometry, algebra, ordinary and partial differential equations, the calculus of variations, functions of a complex variable, prime numbers, and theories of probability and functions. Other topics include linear and non-Euclidean geometry, topology, functional analysis, more. 1963 edition.
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Fundamentals of Scientific Mathematics by George E. Owen Offering undergraduates a solid mathematical background (and functioning equally well for independent study), this rewarding, beautifully illustrated text covers geometry and matrices, vector algebra, analytic geometry, functions, and differential and integral calculus. 1961 edition.
Mathematical Methods: Linear Algebra, Normed Spaces, Distributions, Integration by Jacob Korevaar Rigorous but not abstract, this intensive introductory treatment provides many advanced mathematical tools used in applications, plus theoretical background that makes most other parts of modern mathematical analysis accessible. 1968 edition.
Companion to Concrete Mathematics: Mathematical Techniques and Various Applications by Z. A. Melzak A two-volume treatment in a single binding, this supplementary text stresses intuitive appeal and ingenuity. It employs physical analogies, encourages problem formulation, and supplies problem-solving methods. 1973 and 1976 editions.
Functional Analysis and Linear Control Theory by J. R. Leigh Functional analysis provides a concise conceptual framework for linear control theory. This self-contained text demonstrates the subject's unity with a wide range of powerful theorems. 1980 edition.
Journey into Mathematics: An Introduction to Proofs by Joseph J. Rotman This treatment covers the mechanics of writing proofs, the area and circumference of circles, and complex numbers and their application to real numbers. 1998 edition.
The Nature and Power of Mathematics by Donald M. Davis This captivating book explains some of the most fascinating ideas of mathematics to nonspecialists, focusing on non-Euclidean geometry, number theory, and fractals. Numerous illustrations. 1993 edition.
Monographs on Topics of Modern Mathematics by David M. Young A stimulating approach to several branches of mathematics, these nine articles by leading mathematicians are geared toward those with no training beyond elementary algebra and geometry. "Of high merit"—Scientific American. 1911 ed.
Concepts of Modern Mathematics by Ian Stewart In this charming volume, a noted English mathematician uses humor and anecdote to illuminate the concepts of groups, sets, subsets, topology, Boolean algebra, and other mathematical subjects. 200 illustrations.
