This book engages the reader in a journey of discovery through a spirited discussion among three characters: Philosopher, Teacher and Student. Throughout the book, Philosopher pursues his dream of a unified theory of conics, where exceptions are banished. With a helpful teacher and example-hungry student, the trio soon finds that conics reveal much of their beauty when viewed over the complex numbers. It is profusely illustrated with pictures, worked-out examples, and a CD containing 36 applets. Conics is written in an easy ...
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This book engages the reader in a journey of discovery through a spirited discussion among three characters: Philosopher, Teacher and Student. Throughout the book, Philosopher pursues his dream of a unified theory of conics, where exceptions are banished. With a helpful teacher and example-hungry student, the trio soon finds that conics reveal much of their beauty when viewed over the complex numbers. It is profusely illustrated with pictures, worked-out examples, and a CD containing 36 applets. Conics is written in an easy, conversational style, and many historical tidbits and other points of interest are scattered throughout the text. Many students can self-study the book without outside help. This book is ideal for anyone having a little exposure to linear algebra and complex numbers.
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Add this copy of Conics (Dolciani Mathematical Expositions) to cart. $38.00, good condition, Sold by HPB-Red rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2005 by The Mathematical Association of.
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Add this copy of Conics (Dolciani Mathematical Expositions, No. 29) to cart. $59.02, like new condition, Sold by Zubal Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Cleveland, OH, UNITED STATES, published 2005 by The Mathematical Association of America.
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*Price HAS BEEN REDUCED by 10% until Monday, Nov. 25 (sale item)* First edition, first printing, 402 pp., CD Rom included, hardcover, fine. -If you are reading this, this item is actually (physically) in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country.
Add this copy of Conics (Dolciani Mathematical Expositions) to cart. $60.00, good condition, Sold by HPB-Red rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2005 by The Mathematical Association of.
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Add this copy of Conics (the Dolciani Mathematical Expositions #29) to cart. $60.00, good condition, Sold by Conover Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Martinsville, VA, UNITED STATES, published 2005 by The Mathematical Association of America.
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Good. 1st Printing. 8vo-over 7¾-9¾" tall. pp. 403. Ex-library with the usual library markings (if not for the library markings this copy would be graded in fine condition); no dj; overall a nice used copy! Color illustrated boards with black and white lettering. CD-ROM is included! 403 informative and historical pages nicely enhanced by black and white illustrations! "This book engages the reader in a journey of discovery through a spirited discussion among three characters: Philosopher, Teacher and Student. Throughout the book, Philosopher pursues his dream of a unified theory of conics, where exceptions are banished. With a helpful teacher and example-hungry student, the trio soon finds that conics reveal much of their beauty when viewed over the complex numbers. It is profusely illustrated with pictures, worked-out examples, and a CD containing 36 applets. Conics is written in an easy, conversational style, and many historical tidbits and other points of interest are scattered throughout the text. Many students can self-study the book without outside help. This book is ideal for anyone having a little exposure to linear algebra and complex numbers....."
Add this copy of Conics (Dolciani Mathematical Expositions) to cart. $77.45, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Hialeah, FL, UNITED STATES, published 2005 by The Mathematical Association o.
Add this copy of Conics to cart. $129.00, very good condition, Sold by bookbooth rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Berea, OH, UNITED STATES, published 2005 by Mathematical Association of America.
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Very Good. Issued without a dust jacket. 7" x 10" Includes unopened CD containing 36 applets. Pages clean & bright; binding tight; minor wear to covers. 403 pages. Illustrated. Dolciani Mathematical Expositions Volume 29.
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