algebra

This book is an introduction to the major discovering players in the recorded history of algebra and trigonometry, from Pythagoras, Hipparchus, and Leonardo Pisano to William Rowan Hamilton and others.

Actress Danica McKellar relates algebra concepts in a fun, sassy style, covering square roots, polynomials, quadratic equations, word problems, and more.

Traces the centuries-long history of the quest to prove the mathematical equation known as Fermat's Last Theorem.

Introduces the basics of geometry and algebra through illustrations and text in which each concept and symbol, including Polygon, Plane, Odd Number, Sine, and others, is represented by a unique character who explains his or her purpose and function.

Presenting photographs, questions, and answers, this book introduces symmetrical objects, such as a leaf, butterfly, pinecone, and ladybug.