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Nature of Mathematics by Karl J. Smith (1998, Hardcover)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherBrooks/Cole

ISBN-100534349889

ISBN-139780534349882

eBay Product ID (ePID)202944

Product Key Features

Number of Pages860 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameNature of Mathematics

Publication Year1998

SubjectHistory & Philosophy, General, Algebra / Elementary

TypeTextbook

AuthorKarl J. Smith

Subject AreaMathematics

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Weight62.7 Oz

Item Length9.8 in

Item Width8.7 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number8

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

LCCN97-040528

ReviewsMy overall feeling is the ideas presented in the preface, especially the focus on problem solving, pervade the entire book. The author succeeds in trying to reduce anxiety about the course by presenting topics and ideas that are fresh and relevant without begin out of reach of the student., The author succeeds in providing a wide range of topics that give an instructor the flexibility to design an appropriate course based on individual needs. . . . The text is written in language that is appropriate for college students, yet is not too technical for students with limited backgrounds., "The Nature of Mathematics," by Karl J. Smith, is a terrific book. The author covers a multitude of mathematical topics ranging from arithmetic through computers. His style is most entertaining: inviting, thorough without being cumbersome, clear, and crisp. The text is illustrated in a multi-colored fashion; it is peppered with biographical information; it presents paradoxes and meets the student where 'he/she is at.' It is clear the author is a splendid mathematician and an educator of the first rank."

Dewey Edition21

TitleLeadingThe

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal510

SynopsisThis edition marks the 23rd anniversary of the publication of this book. Since the First Edition, this book has helped thousands of liberal arts students experience mathematics rather than just "do problems," and become involved with the concepts rather than just "get the right answers." Now in the Eighth Edition, this text goes even farther in helping students master mathematics. An emphasis on problem solving and estimation, new problems coupled with numerous in-text study aids, and a student-friendly writing style give readers the confidence and ability to function in our technological world., Karl Smith's loyal customers adopt his book for its clear writing, its coverage of historical topics, selection of topics, level, exercise sets (featuring great applications problems), and emphasis on problem solving. Since the First Edition of Smith's text was published, thousands of liberal arts students have "experienced" mathematics rather than just doing problems. Smith's writing style gives students the confidence and ability to function mathematically in their everyday lives. The emphasis on problem solving and estimation, along with numerous in-text study aids, encourages students to understand the concepts while mastering techniques.

LC Classification NumberQA39.2.S599 1998