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Reviews of first edition: "An introduction covering all the standard techniques....[L]arge and friendly format."--New Scientist
Just the thing to become the recommended text for freshman courses in mathematics." --The Times Higher Education Supplement
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Just the thing to become the recommended text for freshman courses in mathematics." --The Times Higher Education Supplement
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Wow, I've found my new bible!!! After failing my first maths module at uni, (D'OH!!!) I decided that I needed a new maths textbook to help me. After much searching, I found this comprehensive, and yes enjoyable read. It covers all of the topics in my course, and in such a way that I'm not baffeled, by technical language or jargon. Back to basics you could say, but not in a patronising way. A must for all first years taking physics.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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This one text covered all of the maths involved in my first year physics degree course, including my optional statistics module, and some error analysis.
The contents and index are detailed, the introductions at the beginning of each chapter are easy to read and understand - for those of us who don't appreciate awkward sentences interspersed with unnecessary jargon and equations, that will neither be remembered nor understood (and don't need to be). I have also found the summary boxes particularly useful when revising for exams or checking things i should know when doing questions.
Overall i was very impressed with this book, much less dry than most of the competition, and not something i will be selling before i finish my degree.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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Good comprehensive coverage of most things you'll need in 1st and 2nd year sci/tech courses in top end British Uni's. However it lacks the rigorous formality of the more hardcore texts for Math degrees but will serve you well for engineering and physics related stuff (like it says on the cover).
It's useful to note that this book won't guide you through the concepts and problems in an 'idiot's guide' step-by-step fashion. It's written under the assumption that you've done some A-Level + maths for a while and have had some experiencing in muddling through things on your own. Moreover, much of the format is laid out in a summary type fashion with breif intros and a few examples culminating in a lucid statement of concepts. This approach is usefull especially after you've waded through heavy class notes and are gagging for something concise that puts the stuff in a nutshell....much needed clarity, like finally seeing through the smoke.
The exercise problems are tough, ball breakingly hard in fact! Often leaping beyond the seemingly easy illustrations of the examples. You'll need help from other resources to get through them. Maybe this is deliberate as it get's you desperately banging your head against the wall and /if when you finally get the method right - you won't make the same mistake again.
keep this book after you're done, it'll serve as a good reference thing as well.
It's useful to note that this book won't guide you through the concepts and problems in an 'idiot's guide' step-by-step fashion. It's written under the assumption that you've done some A-Level + maths for a while and have had some experiencing in muddling through things on your own. Moreover, much of the format is laid out in a summary type fashion with breif intros and a few examples culminating in a lucid statement of concepts. This approach is usefull especially after you've waded through heavy class notes and are gagging for something concise that puts the stuff in a nutshell....much needed clarity, like finally seeing through the smoke.
The exercise problems are tough, ball breakingly hard in fact! Often leaping beyond the seemingly easy illustrations of the examples. You'll need help from other resources to get through them. Maybe this is deliberate as it get's you desperately banging your head against the wall and /if when you finally get the method right - you won't make the same mistake again.
keep this book after you're done, it'll serve as a good reference thing as well.
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Great book
Excellent grounding in mathematics. I'm a computer science graduate who has branched out to a math oriented PhD. Made the transition easier.
Published 3 months ago by Kenneth O'Brien
Great book.
There is everything I am looking for concerning mathematical methods and vector algebra. Use this to revise before tests and also as a supplement to my lecture notes. Read more
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crystal clear explanations . v good maths book
I find this book very clear in its explanations . Takes you through calculus , vectors etc with plenty of examples. Read more
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Not clear and easy to understand
This book was recommended to me for a fist year undergraduate maths course for the physical sciences. Read more
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brilliant from a physicist
i got this book from my universities library as its the book they recommend for physics at Manchester. its great, loads of clear examples and questions. Read more
Published 19 months ago by bevan
Need to brush up on your college math?
I'm a masters student, returning to uni after a few years working as an engineer. This book is gem. Read more
Published 19 months ago by FlashDoll
VERY GOOD
this is a great book.it has everything an engineering student will need.easy enough to follow.you probably dont need any other maths book for an engineering course
Published on 10 Jan 2010 by Bill
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It is certainly a rare occasion when trying to learn math for University, that you find such a delightful book to guide you through the complexities while maintaining a joy that... Read more
Published on 1 Dec 2009 by Peter Alan Clarke
A fantastic introduction!
There is no questioning why the most prestigious universities have this book on their reading list for prospective students. Read more
Published on 3 Aug 2009 by Alexander Martin
Excellent reference, logically presented.
This is a superb reference for mathematical modelling. People who aren't mathematically oriented may still need to use the basic science in research and discovery within their own... Read more
Published on 3 Aug 2009 by Mr. Alan Craggs
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