This undergraduate-level textbook presents a lively and accessible introduction to key concepts in algebra and geometry. The second edition is updated with additional examples and expanded explanations. It is suitable for students with a foundation in high school mathematics and serves as a bridge to more abstract mathematical theory.
This textbook presents foundational concepts in college algebra with real-world applications and an emphasis on problem solving and graphing. Topics include linear and quadratic equations, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations, and inequalities. The Subsequent Edition updates pedagogy and examples for modern classrooms.
This authoritative volume presents a comprehensive overview of the theory of C*-algebras and von Neumann algebras. As part of the Encyclopaedia of Mathematical Sciences series, it provides rigorous theoretical foundations as well as insights into recent developments in operator algebras and noncommutative geometry. It is suitable for advanced graduate students and researchers in mathematics and…