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Letters to a Young Mathematician - (Art of Mentoring (Paperback)) by Ian Stewart (Paperback)

Name: Letters to a Young Mathematician - (Art of Mentoring (Paperback)) by Ian Stewart (Paperback)
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SKU: 81589345
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Mathematician Ian Stewart tells readers what he wishes he had known when he was a student.
About the Author: Ian Stewart is emeritus professor of mathematics at the University of Warwick.
224 Pages
Mathematics, Essays
Series Name: Art of Mentoring (Paperback)

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About the Book

Inspiration and guidance for aspiring mathematicians

Book Synopsis

Mathematician Ian Stewart tells readers what he wishes he had known when he was a student. He takes up subjects ranging from the philosophical to the practical-what mathematics is and why it's worth doing, the relationship between logic and proof, the role of beauty in mathematical thinking, the future of mathematics, how to deal with the peculiarities of the mathematical community, and many others.

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"ÝStewart is¨ just as happy discussing whether God is a mathematician or whether alien mathematics will turn out to be the same as ours. As a mentor for a budding mathematician, he is remarkably good company."

About the Author

Ian Stewart is emeritus professor of mathematics at the University of Warwick. His recent books include Calculating the Cosmos, Significant Figures, In Pursuit of the Unknown, and Professor Stewart's Hoard of Mathematical Treasures. He is a fellow of the Royal Society. He lives in Coventry, UK.

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Dimensions (Overall): 8.02 Inches (H) x 5.02 Inches (W) x .61 Inches (D)

Weight: .4 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 224

Genre: Mathematics

Sub-Genre: Essays

Series Title: Art of Mentoring (Paperback)

Publisher: Basic Books

Format: Paperback

Author: Ian Stewart

Language: English

Street Date: March 27, 2007

TCIN: 81589345

UPC: 9780465082322

Item Number (DPCI): 247-04-1363

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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