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Algebra the Beautiful|G. Arnell Williams

Algebra the Beautiful : An Ode to Math's Least-Loved Subject

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A mathematician reveals the hidden beauty, power, and--yes--fun of algebra

What comes to mind when you think about algebra? For many of us, it's memories of dull or frustrating classes in high school. Award-winning mathematics professor G. Arnell Williams is here to change that. Algebra the Beautiful is a journey into the heart of fundamental math that proves just how amazing this subject really is.

Drawing on lessons from twenty-five years of teaching mathematics, Williams blends metaphor, history, and storytelling to uncover algebra's hidden grandeur. Whether you're a teacher looking to make math come alive for your students, a parent hoping to get your children engaged, a student trying to come to terms with a sometimes bewildering subject, or just a lover of mathematics, this book has something for you. With a passion that's contagious, G. Arnell Williams shows how each of us can grasp the beauty and harmony of algebra.

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  • ISBN-13: 9781541600683
  • ISBN-10: 1541600681
  • Publisher: Basic Books
  • Publish Date: August 2022
  • Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.4 x 1.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
  • Page Count: 416

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