Mathematical Explorations: (AIMS Library of Mathematical Sciences)
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Alan F. Beardon (Author)
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Mathematical Explorations follows on from the author's previous book, Creative Mathematics, in the same series, and gives the reader experience in working on problems requiring a little more mathematical maturity. The author's main aim is to show that problems are often solved by using mathematics that is not obviously connected to the problem, and readers are encouraged to consider as wide a variety of mathematical ideas as possible. In each case, the emphasis is placed on the important underlying ideas rather than on the solutions for their own sake. To enhance understanding of how mathematical research is conducted, each problem has been chosen not for its mathematical importance, but because it provides a good illustration of how arguments can be developed. While the reader does not require a deep mathematical background to tackle these problems, they will find their mathematical understanding is enriched by attempting to solve them. Worked examples or Exercises; 1 Halftones, black and white; 19 Line drawings, black and white
About the Author
Alan F. Beardon studied at the University of London and Harvard University, and obtained his PhD from Imperial College London in 1964. He taught at the University of Maryland and the University of Kent before moving to the University of Cambridge in 1968, where he is now an Emeritus Professor. He is the author of six mathematical texts and numerous research papers.
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- Contributor: Alan F. Beardon
- Imprint: Cambridge University Press
- ISBN13: 9781316610565
- Number of Pages: 126
- Packaged Dimensions: 138x216x7mm
- Packaged Weight: 170
- Format: Paperback
- Publisher: Cambridge University Press
- Release Date: 2016-10-13
- Series: AIMS Library of Mathematical Sciences
- Binding: Paperback / softback
- Biography: Alan F. Beardon studied at the University of London and Harvard University, and obtained his PhD from Imperial College London in 1964. He taught at the University of Maryland and the University of Kent before moving to the University of Cambridge in 1968, where he is now an Emeritus Professor. He is the author of six mathematical texts and numerous research papers.
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