Math Refresher for Adults: The Perfect Solution (Mastering Essential Math Skills)

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With chapters largely independent of one another and sections that lead upward from basic to more advanced discussions, readers can easily pick and choose areas of particular interest without impairing their understanding of subsequent parts. Written by Robin J Wilson a senior maths lecturer the book does a grand job at explaining the theorem along with relating the story of the mathematicians who tried, sometimes unsuccessfully, to prove it. Other academics do not always appreciate the power and splendour of maths, while this book attempts to convert these thinkers into a mathematician's way of thinking. Riley has just published At Sixes And Sevens, a maths book for adults, featuring tips and tricks on how to navigate your way through the minefield of equations, formulas, fractions, algebra and BODMAS – if you don't know what the acronym stands for, Riley will help – among other conundrums. Houston has been a Maths lecturer for fifteen years therefore has inside knowledge if you like as to what students need to know plus areas of difficulty they may encounter in their first year of study.

Mathematical ideas underpin just about everything in our lives: from the surprising geometry of the 50p piece to how probability can help you win in any casino. I can’t say I followed more than a small amount, but it made an impression on me, and it might complement some of the “pop maths” suggestions since it does actually prove things, rather than just mentioning famous puzzles or people. This book is well written offering even those who do not have mathematical interests something to think about.Introduction to Mathematical Philosophy inspires beginners to such a degree that they want to learn more and understand the principles of mathematics. It offers a springboard to success in a variety of sectors, including business, commerce, industry and academia. The author takes his subjects and offers mathematical theories in such a way that the reader cannot fail to be amused, interested and amazed! Through lots of intriguing problems, involving card tricks, polar bears and, of course, socks, Rob Eastaway shows shows how maths can demonstrate its secret beauties in even the most mundane of everyday objects. In this book, David Wells explores the fascinating connections between games and mathematics, proving that mathematics is not just about tedious calculation but imagination, insight and intuition.

Topics include how to detect an art forgery, winning strategies in Monopoly, and how to crack a code. The author of The Music of the Primes relates how many mathematicians over the years have tried to solve the problem plus the human cost and endeavour that went into it. All the material in the book is written in such a way as to enable the reader to fully understand each subject and stage. Concepts of Modern Mathematics is clear and concisely put together with one subject neatly leading onto another from chapter to chapter.lifelong obsession with a seemingly simple challenge set by a long-dead Frenchman is an emotional tale of sacrifice and extraordinary determination. The Chaos theory is applied in many different fields including meteorology, sociology, physics, biology, engineering and philosophy. This book explains why these problems exist, why they matter, what drives mathematicians to incredible lengths to solve them and where they stand in the context of mathematics and science as a whole.

Off the beaten track, Mathsemantics is probably my favorite book that no one else has ever heard about. Fermat's Last Theorem written by Simon Singh tells the story of how the theorem frustrated mathematicians for centuries plus how it was eventually solved.An exploration of an often woefully misunderstood subject, this book celebrates the simplicity, the precision, the purity, and the elegance of mathematics. When Leonardo grew up and traveled the world, he was inspired by the numbers used in different countries.

Calculus has a fierce reputation as complicated, abstract and difficult, but Steven Strogatz tells the true story of its beauty and simplicity. Readers are encouraged to ponder and think for themselves opening up their minds to reasoning and thinking about problems and theories in their own way. explains how thinking about playing games can mirror the thinking of a mathematician, using scientific investigation, tactics and strategy, and sharp observation. However, there is an astonishing range in difficulty; while some of the problems are fairly straightforward, others are significantly tougher, with a great deal of ingenuity and clarity of thought needed to make progress. The book will introduce students to the type of Maths they can expect to study during their first year at university while following a degree course.Introduction to Mathematical Philosophy sets out in a readable easy to understand way the main ideas of Principia Mathematica or as we understand, Mathematical Principles.