An Introduction to Riemann–Finsler Geometry offers a rigorous yet accessible graduate-level treatment of Finsler geometry—a natural generalization of Riemannian geometry where tangent spaces carry Minkowski norms rather than inner products. The text begins with fundamental definitions and explores basic structures such as the Chern connection, curvature, and geodesics. Advanced topics inclu…
Far more "user friendly" than the vast majority of similar books, this volume is truly written with the unsophisticated reader in mind. The pace is leisurely, but the authors are rigorous and maintain a serious attitude towards theorem proving throughout. Emphasizes "Active Reading" throughout, a skill vital to success in learning how to write proofs. Offers two sections on probability (2.4 and…
This respected textbook offers a foundational exploration of structural analysis principles for civil and aeronautical engineering students. Divided into two parts, it begins with basic structural theory—covering loads, reactions, bending, shear, trusses, influence lines, and energy methods. The second part introduces systematic analysis, including matrix and stiffness methods suitable for co…
A practical elementary mathematics textbook designed to illustrate how everyday concepts—arithmetic, measurement, data analysis—are used in real life situations and careers, fostered through story-based problems and hands-on activities.
The 11th edition of Thomas’ Calculus continues the legacy of clear, thorough exposition in single- and multivariable calculus. Emphasizing conceptual understanding and critical thinking, the text integrates rigorous explanations with real-world applications and robust exercise sets. Notable improvements include the restoration of classic problems from earlier editions and streamlined examples…
The text is written in a very smooth and intelligent form, yielding a readable book whose contents are accessible to a wide class of readers, even to undergraduate students, provided that they accept that some delicate points of some of the proofs could be omitted. Its readability and fast access to the core of the book makes it recommendable as a pleasant read." Mathematical Reviews "This is a…