How to Solve It
A New Aspect of Mathematical Method
$37.26
- Paperback
272 pages
- Release Date
21 April 2022
Summary
The definitive guide to mathematical problem solving from one of the great teachers of the twentieth century.
How to Solve It offers something unique—a tried and tested set of strategies for overcoming any maths dilemma. Based on decades of analysis of the methods and rules of problem solving and invention, acclaimed mathematician George Pólya’s approach brilliantly demonstrates how to create useful analogies, tackle problems from unusual angles, and how to squeeze a little more infor…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780140124996 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0140124993 |
| Author: | George Polya |
| Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
| Imprint: | Penguin Books Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 272 |
| Edition: | 2nd |
| Release Date: | 21 April 2022 |
| Weight: | 206g |
| Dimensions: | 197mm x 129mm x 15mm |
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The outcome of careful and informed deliberation by one of the great teachers among the ranks of research mathematicians
The outcome of careful and informed deliberation by one of the great teachers among the ranks of research mathematicians – Ian Stewart, author of Do Dice Play God?Walk inside Polya’s mind as he builds up maxims on how to comprehend a problem, how to build up a strategy, and then how to test it … a superb book on how to think fresh thoughts * Guardian *
About The Author
George Polya
George Polya (1887-1985) was a Professor of Mathematics at Stanford University.
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