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This short introduction is perfect for any 16- to 18-year-old, about to begin studies in mathematics, or anyone who would like to see a different account of the calculus from that given in the standard texts. Easy to read, this book will enthuse a new generation of mathematicians.

Table of Contents
Introduction; 1. Preliminary ideas; 2. The integral; 3. Functions, old and new; 4. Falling bodies; 5. Compound interest and horse kicks; 6. Taylor's theorem; 7. Approximations, good and bad; 8. Hills and dales; 9. Differential equations via computers; 10. Paradise lost; 11. Paradise regained; Bibliography; Index.

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A Hardback by T. W. Körner

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    Publisher: Cambridge University Press
    Publication Date: 5/29/2014 12:00:00 AM
    ISBN13: 9781107063921, 978-1107063921
    ISBN10: 1107063922
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    Calculus and mathematical analysis

    Description

    Book Synopsis
    This short introduction is perfect for any 16- to 18-year-old, about to begin studies in mathematics, or anyone who would like to see a different account of the calculus from that given in the standard texts. Easy to read, this book will enthuse a new generation of mathematicians.

    Table of Contents
    Introduction; 1. Preliminary ideas; 2. The integral; 3. Functions, old and new; 4. Falling bodies; 5. Compound interest and horse kicks; 6. Taylor's theorem; 7. Approximations, good and bad; 8. Hills and dales; 9. Differential equations via computers; 10. Paradise lost; 11. Paradise regained; Bibliography; Index.

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