The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Mathematics (Oxford Quick Reference) - Softcover

Clapham, Christopher; Nicholson, James

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0199235945 ISBN 13: 9780199235940

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2009

Synopsis

Authoritative and reliable, this superb reference contains more than 3,000 alphabetically arranged entries, providing clear jargon-free definitions of even the most technical mathematical terms. Ranging widely from Achilles paradox to zero matrix, the dictionary uses graphs, diagrams, and charts to render definitions as comprehensible as possible, offering an ideal introduction to subjects such linear algebra, optimization, nonlinear equations, and differential equations. The Dictionary covers both pure and applied mathematics as well as statistics, and there are entries on major mathematicians and on mathematics of more general interest, such as fractals, game theory, and chaos. The volume also contains valuable appendices of useful and relevant extra information, including lists of Nobel Prize winners and Fields medalists and lists of formulae. Fully revised and updated, this edition features many entry-level web links, which are accessible and continually updated via the Dictionary of Mathematics companion website, making the book indispensable for students and teachers of mathematics and for anyone encountering mathematics in the workplace.

About this title

About the Author:

Christopher Clapham was until 1993 Senior Lecturer in Mathematics at the University of Aberdeen.
James Nicholson has taught at Harrow School and was Head of Mathematics at Belfast Royal Academy.

Review:

`Review from previous edition the style encourages browsing and a desire to find out more about the topics discussed'
Mathematica

`the depth of information provided is admirable'
New Scientist

About this edition

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0199235945
• ISBN 13: 9780199235940
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 510