An Elementary Course of Mathematics: Designed Principally for Students of the University (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Harvey Goodwin

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0332916235 ISBN 13: 9780332916231

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

An accessible, exam-focused introduction to university mathematics.

This edition presents a compact, clearly organized course designed to align with Cambridge’s mathematical honours framework, guiding readers through the essential topics with practical problems and examples. The book aims to build a solid foundation for higher study without unnecessary complexity.

The material covers the core areas of mathematics and its applications, from arithmetic and algebra basics to geometry, trigonometry, and early calculus ideas. It also includes the elementary parts of statics and dynamics, with attention to problem-solving and reasoning, and introduces topics in optics and astronomy in a geometrical way. The author structures the content to echo the formal university schedule, making it suitable for self-study or preparation for examinations.

• Foundations: arithmetic, algebra, and elementary operations with proofs.
• Geometry and trigonometry: plane figures, conic sections, and practical applications.
• Forces and motion: statics, dynamics, projectiles, and simple applications of Newtonian ideas.
• Waves, light, and astronomy: geometric treatment of optics and celestial phenomena.

Ideal for readers preparing for higher mathematics or seeking a concise, examination-oriented overview of foundational topics.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0332916235
• ISBN 13: 9780332916231
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 496