A Course in Practical Mathematics (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

F. M. Saxelby

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266906397 ISBN 13: 9780266906391

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2019

Synopsis

Practical mathematics that blends intuition with rigorous technique.

This book guides the reader from concrete, graphic understanding to formal methods, using trigonometry, calculus, and related topics as the path to real problem solving.

Designed for the technical student, it introduces ideas through plotting, graphic verification, and intuitional insight before presenting analytical tools. The approach aims to prevent rote symbol juggling by linking math to experience, measurements, and practical applications in mechanics, electricity, and geometry.

• Learn a stepwise progression from visual understanding to formal differentiation and integration.
• See how graphic methods can illuminate definite integrals and areas, with worked examples.
• Explore the logical development of topics like vector algebra and solid geometry in context.
• Choose from a flexible set of examples to match personal interests and background.

Ideal for readers of engineering, physics, and applied science who want a grounded, practical entry to calculus and higher mathematics.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266906397
• ISBN 13: 9780266906391
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 493