How to Think Like a Mathematician
2009 book by Kevin Houston
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How to Think Like a Mathematician: A Companion to Undergraduate Mathematics is a book by Kevin Houston, a senior lecturer in mathematics at the University of Leeds. It was published in 2009 by Cambridge University Press.[1]
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| Author | Kevin Houston |
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| Language | English |
| Genre | Mathematics |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
Publication date | 12 February 2009 |
| Publication place | United Kingdom |
| Media type | Print (Hardcover) |
| Pages | 274 |
| ISBN | 978-052-171978-0 |
The book targets current and incoming undergraduate students of mathematics, and focuses on the mathematical language and techniques required for proof writing.[2][3]
Summary
The book is divided into five chapters:
- Study skills for mathematicians
- How to think logically
- Definitions, theorems and proofs
- Techniques of proof
- Mathematics that all mathematicians need
Reception
Michele Intermont of the Mathematical Association of America described the book as a "wonderful resource".[3] Franz Lemmermeyer remarked that "the book is clearly written and contains suggestions and exercises from which not only undergraduates, but also highschool students can benefit".[4]