This book engages the reader in a journey of discovery through a spirited discussion among three characters: Philosopher, Teacher and Student. Throughout the book, Philosopher pursues his dream of a unified theory of conics, where exceptions are banished. With a helpful teacher and example-hungry student, the trio soon finds that conics reveal much of their beauty when viewed over the complex numbers. It is profusely illustrated with pictures, worked-out examples, and a CD containing 36 applets. Conics is written in an easy ...
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This book engages the reader in a journey of discovery through a spirited discussion among three characters: Philosopher, Teacher and Student. Throughout the book, Philosopher pursues his dream of a unified theory of conics, where exceptions are banished. With a helpful teacher and example-hungry student, the trio soon finds that conics reveal much of their beauty when viewed over the complex numbers. It is profusely illustrated with pictures, worked-out examples, and a CD containing 36 applets. Conics is written in an easy, conversational style, and many historical tidbits and other points of interest are scattered throughout the text. Many students can self-study the book without outside help. This book is ideal for anyone having a little exposure to linear algebra and complex numbers.
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Publisher:
Mathematical Association of America (MAA)
Published:
2005
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
18080714342
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Publisher:
Mathematical Association of America (MAA)
Published:
2005
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
15794651758
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Very Good. Issued without a dust jacket. 7" x 10" Includes unopened CD containing 36 applets. Pages clean & bright; binding tight; minor wear to covers. 403 pages. Illustrated. Dolciani Mathematical Expositions Volume 29.
