Spivak's celebrated textbook is widely held as one of the finest introductions to mathematical analysis. His aim is to present calculus as the first real encounter with mathematics: it is the place to learn how logical reasoning combined with fundamental concepts can be developed into a rigorous mathematical theory rather than a bunch of tools and techniques learned by rote. Since analysis is a subject students traditionally find difficult to grasp, Spivak provides leisurely explanations, a profusion of examples, a wide range of exercises and plenty of illustrations in an easy-going approach that enlightens difficult concepts and rewards effort. Calculus will continue to be regarded as a modern classic, ideal for honours students and mathematics majors, who seek an alternative to doorstop textbooks on calculus, and the more formidable introductions to real analysis.
By:
Michael Spivak Imprint: Cambridge University Press Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 259mm,
Width: 231mm,
Spine: 41mm
Weight: 1.780kg ISBN:9780521867443 ISBN 10: 0521867444 Publication Date:08 June 2006 Audience:
College/higher education
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Primary
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active