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An introduction to writing proofs, presented through compelling mathematical statements with interesting elementary proofs.

This book offers an introduction to the art and craft of proof-writing. The author, a leading research mathematician, presents a series of engaging and compelling mathematical statements with interesting elementary proofs. These proofs capture a wide range of topics, including number theory, combinatorics, graph theory, the theory of games, geometry, infinity, order theory, and real analysis. The goal is to show students and aspiring mathematicians how to write proofs with elegance and precision.

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  • ISBN: 9780262360937
  • Publisher: MIT Press
  • Imprint: The MIT Press
  • Date: Sept 2020
  • Seller Statement: Sold by Random House WHS

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