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 Mathematician's Delight
by W. W. Sawyer
"Recommended with confidence" by The Times Literary Supplement, this lively survey was written by a renowned teacher. It starts with arithmetic and algebra, gradually proceeding to trigonometry and calculus. 1943 edition.
all books in General and Popular Mathematics
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| |  Short-Cut Math
by Gerard W. Kelly
Clear, concise compendium of about 150 time-saving math short-cuts features faster, easier ways to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Each problem includes an explanation of the method. No special math ability needed.
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| Products in Math | | |  | 100 Great Problems of Elementary Mathematics
by Heinrich Dörrie
Problems that beset Archimedes, Newton, Euler, Cauchy, Gauss, etc. Features squaring the circle, pi, similar problems. No advanced math is required. Includes 100 problems with proofs.
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|  | Chinese Mathematics in the Thirteenth Century
by Ulrich Libbrecht
An exploration of the 13th-century mathematician Ch'in, this fascinating book combines what is known of the mathematician's life with a history of his only extant work, the Shu-shu chiu-chang. 1973 edtion.
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|  | How to Solve Mathematical Problems
by Wayne A. Wickelgren
Seven problem-solving techniques include inference, classification of action sequences, subgoals, contradiction, working backward, relations between problems, and mathematical representation. Also, problems from mathematics, science, and engineering with complete solutions.
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| | Mathematician's Delight
by W. W. Sawyer
"Recommended with confidence" by The Times Literary Supplement, this lively survey was written by a renowned teacher. It starts with arithmetic and algebra, gradually proceeding to trigonometry and calculus. 1943 edition.
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|  | Mathematics for the Nonmathematician
by Morris Kline
Erudite and entertaining overview follows development of mathematics from ancient Greeks to present. Topics include logic and mathematics, the fundamental concept, differential calculus, probability theory, much more. Exercises and problems.
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|  | Methods of Applied Mathematics
by Francis B. Hildebrand
Offering a number of mathematical facts and techniques not commonly treated in courses in advanced calculus, this book explores linear algebraic equations, quadratic and Hermitian forms, the calculus of variations, more.
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| |  | Problem Solving Through Recreational Mathematics
by Bonnie Averbach, Orin Chein
Fascinating approach to mathematical teaching stresses use of recreational problems, puzzles, and games to teach critical thinking. Logic, number and graph theory, games of strategy, much more. Includes answers to selected problems. 1980 edition.
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| | Short-Cut Math
by Gerard W. Kelly
Clear, concise compendium of about 150 time-saving math short-cuts features faster, easier ways to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Each problem includes an explanation of the method. No special math ability needed.
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|  | A Source Book in Mathematics
by David Eugene Smith
The writings of Newton, Leibniz, Pascal, Riemann, Bernouilli, and others in a comprehensive selection of 125 treatises, articles from the Renaissance to the end of the 19th century. Number, algebra, geometry, probability, calculus, more.
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|  | Speed Mathematics Simplified
by Edward Stoddard
Entertaining, easy-to-follow suggestions for developing greater speed and accuracy in doing mathematical calculations. Surefire methods for multiplying without carrying, mastering fractions, working quickly with decimals, handling percentages, and much more.
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