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Mathematics: A Very Short Introduction
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followed by discussions of more specific topics, and the book closes with a chapter answering common sociological questions about the mathematical community (such as "Is it true that mathematicians burn out at the age of 25?")
ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
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Product details
- Paperback | 160 pages
- 113 x 178 x 10mm | 141g
- 01 Dec 2002
- Oxford University Press
- Oxford, United Kingdom
- English
- 1 halftone and numerous figures
- 0192853619
- 9780192853615
- 9,650
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