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Product Identifiers
PublisherPublish or Perish, Inc. ®
ISBN-100914098918
ISBN-139780914098911
eBay Product ID (ePID)167871813
Product Key Features
Number of Pages668 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameCalculus
SubjectGeneral
Publication Year2008
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaMathematics, Education
AuthorMichael Spivak
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight63.5 Oz
Item Length10.2 in
Item Width9.1 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number4
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2008-923521
Dewey Edition18
Grade FromTwelfth Grade
Dewey Decimal517
Grade ToUP
SynopsisFor many, "Calculus" by Michael Spivak is the definitive introduction to the beautiful concepts of mathematical analysis. This celebrated textbook presents calculus as a true intellectual adventure, moving beyond rote memorization of formulas to a deep understanding of the subject. Spivak's aim is to present calculus as the first real encounter with mathematics, where logical reasoning and fundamental concepts are developed into a rigorous mathematical theory. With a leisurely and easy-going approach, Spivak provides clear explanations, a profusion of examples, a wide range of exercises, and plenty of illustrations to enlighten difficult concepts. This book is ideal for honors students and mathematics majors seeking an alternative to conventional calculus textbooks and a solid foundation for more formidable introductions to real analysis. "Calculus" will continue to be regarded as a modern classic, inspiring a new generation of mathematicians.