Algebra marked the beginning of modern mathematics, moving it
beyond arithmetic, which involves calculations featuring given
numbers, to problems where some quantities are unknown. Now, it
stands as a pillar of mathematics, underpinning the quantitative
sciences, both social and physical. This Very Short Introduction
explains algebra from scratch. Over the course of ten logical
chapters, Higgins offers a step by step approach for readers keen
on developing their understanding of algebra. Using theory and
example, he renews the reader's aquaintance with school
mathematics, before taking them progressively further and deeper
into the subject. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions
series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in
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General
Imprint: |
Oxford UniversityPress
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Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Series: |
Very Short Introductions |
Release date: |
October 2015 |
Authors: |
Peter M. Higgins
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Dimensions: |
173 x 111 x 9mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
|
Pages: |
144 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-19-873282-2 |
Categories: |
Books >
Science & Mathematics >
Mathematics >
Algebra >
General
|
LSN: |
0-19-873282-1 |
Barcode: |
9780198732822 |
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