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Algebra(1st Edition)
A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
by Peter M. Higgins
Paperback, 144 Pages, Published 2015 by Oxford University Press
ISBN-13: 978-0-19-873282-2, ISBN: 0-19-873282-1

"Algebra marked the beginning of modern mathematics, moving it beyond arithmetic, which involves calculations featuring given numbers, to problems where some quantities are unknown. Now, it stands as a pillar of mathematics, underpinning the quantitative sciences, both social and physical. This Very Short Introduction explains algebra from scratch. Over the course of ten logical chapters, Higgins offers a step by step approach for reader ..."






Numbers(1st Edition)
A Very Short Introduction
by Peter M. Higgins
Paperback, 132 Pages, Published 2011 by Oxford University Press
ISBN-13: 978-0-19-958405-5, ISBN: 0-19-958405-2

"Numbers are integral to our everyday lives and feature in everything we do. In this Very Short Introduction Peter M. Higgins, the renowned mathematics writer, unravels the world of numbers; demonstrating its richness, and providing a comprehensive view of the idea of the number. Higgins paints a picture of the number world, considering how the modern number system matured over centuries. Explaining the various number types and showing ..."






Nets, Puzzles, and Postmen(1st Edition)
An Exploration of Mathematical Connections
by Peter M. Higgins
Paperback, 256 Pages, Published 2009 by Oxford University Press
ISBN-13: 978-0-19-921843-1, ISBN: 0-19-921843-9

"What do road and railway systems, mingling at parties, mazes, family tress, and the internet all have in common? All are networks--either people or places or things that relate and connect to one another. In this lively and fun look at the mathematics of networks, Peter Higgins shows that these phenomena--and many more--all share the same deep mathematical structure. Filled with puzzles and other curious mathematical conundrums, this st ..."






Nets, Puzzles and Postmen(1st Edition)
An Exploration of Mathematical Connections
by Peter M. Higgins
Hardcover, 247 Pages, Published 2008 by Oxford University Press
ISBN-13: 978-0-19-921842-4, ISBN: 0-19-921842-0

"What do road and railway systems, mingling at parties, mazes, family trees, and the internet all have in common? All are networks--either people or places or things that relate and connect to one another. In this stimulating book, Peter Higgins shows that these phenomena--and many more--all share the same deep mathematical structure. The mathematics of networks form the basis of many fascinating puzzles and problems, from tic-tac- ..."






Mathematics for the Curious(1st Edition)
by Peter M. Higgins
Paperback, 240 Pages, Published 1998 by Oxford University Press
ISBN-13: 978-0-19-288072-7, ISBN: 0-19-288072-1

"When do the hands of a clock coincide? How likely is it that two children in the same class will share a birthday? How do we calculate the volume of a doughnut? Mathematics for the Curious provides anyone interested in mathematics with a simple and entertaining account of what it can do. Author Peter Higgins gives clear explanations of the more mysterious features of childhood mathematics as well as novelties and connections that p ..."






Professor Higgins's Problem Collection(1st Edition)
by Peter M. Higgins
Paperback, 136 Pages, Published 2017 by Oxford University Press
ISBN-13: 978-0-19-875547-0, ISBN: 0-19-875547-3






Professor Higgins's Problem Collection
by Peter M. Higgins
136 Pages, Published 2017 by Oxford University Press
ISBN-13: 978-0-19-107197-3, ISBN: 0-19-107197-8

"Peter M. Higgins. (b) Alex and Barbara are trying to guess Caroline's birthday, which she tells them is one of the following ten dates: March 29, 30, 31 July 8, 11 August 27, 30 December 8, 27, 29. She then teasingly whispers to Alex the correct ..."






Algebra
A Very Short Introduction
by Peter M. Higgins
Published 2015
ISBN-13: 978-0-19-179764-4, ISBN: 0-19-179764-2

"Offering a clear explanation of algebra through theory and example, Higgins shows how equations lead to complex numbers, matrices, groups, rings, and fields."






Nets, Puzzles, and Postmen
An exploration of mathematical connections
by Peter M. Higgins
256 Pages, Published 2009 by Oup Oxford
ISBN-13: 978-0-19-162270-0, ISBN: 0-19-162270-2

"Applying one method to a variety of disparate problems is a good approach as not only does it show the generality of the ... This happens quite often in mathematics where a problem in one realm is first solved in another. ... How many paths can you find in the picture that lead from A to D that have no edges in common?"






The Official Book of Circular Sudoku
Book 1
by Peter M. Higgins, Caroline Higgins
Paperback, 224 Pages, Published 2006 by Plume
ISBN-13: 978-0-452-28796-9, ISBN: 0-452-28796-0

""A thrilling new puzzle certain to delight fans of Square Sudoku."—Michael Mepham, bestselling author of The Book of Sudoku and the Sudoku to Go seriesStep up and test your wits with this fiendish new twist on traditional Sudoku. This collection of Circular Sudoku puzzles, put together by the inventor of the puzzle himself."






Mathematics for the Imagination(1st Edition)
by Peter M. Higgins
Paperback, 240 Pages, Published 2002 by Oxford University Press
ISBN-13: 978-0-19-860460-0, ISBN: 0-19-860460-2

"Mathematics for the Imagination provides an accessible and entertaining investigation into mathematical problems in the world around us. From world navigation, family trees, and calendars to patterns, tessellations, and number tricks, this informative and fun new book helps you to understand the maths behind real-life questions and rediscover your arithmetical mind. This is a follow-up to the popular Mathematics for the Curious, Peter H ..."






Mathematics for the Curious
by Peter M. Higgins
240 Pages, Published 1998 by Oxford Paperbacks
ISBN-13: 978-0-19-150050-3, ISBN: 0-19-150050-X

"Many things in the world have a mathematical side to them, as revealed by the puzzles and questions in this book. It is written for anyone who is curious about mathematics and would like a simple and entertaining account of what it can do."






Techniques of Semigroup Theory(1st Edition)
(Oxford Science Publications)
by Peter M. Higgins
Hardcover, 272 Pages, Published 1992 by Clarendon Press
ISBN-13: 978-0-19-853577-5, ISBN: 0-19-853577-5

"This book introduces recently developed ideas and techniques in semigroup theory to provide a handy reference guide previously unavailable in a single volume. The opening chapter provides sufficient background to enable the reader to follow any of the subsequent chapters, and would by itself be suitable for a first course in semigroup theory. The second chapter gives an account of free inverse semigroups leading to proofs of the McAlis ..."






From Africa to Zen(2nd Edition)
An Invitation to World Philosophy
by Janet Mccracken, Oliver Leaman, Roy Perrett, Jacqueline Trimier, Graham Parkes, Robert C. Solomon, Eric Ormsby, Jorgevaladez, Kathleen M. Higgins, Roger T. Ames, David L. Hall, J. Baird Callicott, Robert A. Mcdermott, Professor Eric Ormsby, Peter D. Hershock, Professor Stephen H. Phillips, Thomas W. Overholt, Homayoon Sepasi-Tehrani, Contributor-Peter Hershock, Kathleen Marie Higgins, Professor Robert C. Solomon, Solomon/Higgins
Paperback, 312 Pages, Published 2003 by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
ISBN-13: 978-0-7425-1350-1, ISBN: 0-7425-1350-5

"In the second edition of this groundbreaking text in non-Western philosophy, fifteen experts introduce some of the great philosophical traditions in the world. The dozen essays collected here unveil exciting, sophisticated philosophical traditions that are too often neglected in the western world. The contributors include the leading scholars in their fields, but they write for students coming to these concepts for the first time. Build ..."






Fantasy(1st Edition)
The Best of the Year, 2006 Edition (Fantasy: The Best of ... (Quality))
by Rich Horton, Peter S. Beagle, M. Rickert, David J. Schwartz, Geoff Ryman, Greg Van Eekhout, Peter Higgins, Ysabeau Wilce, Matthew Corradi, Matthew Johnson, Sarah Totton, Jeffrey Ford, Margo Lanagan, Daniel Handler, Richard Parks, Theodora Goss, Gene Wolfe, Eric Schaller, Elizabeth Bear, George Saunders, Samantha Henderson, Gregory Feeley, Neil Gaiman, Joe Murphy, Sonya Taaffe, Marc Laidlaw, Pat Cadigan, Michael Canfield
Paperback, 320 Pages, Published 2006 by Prime Books
ISBN-13: 978-0-8095-5650-2, ISBN: 0-8095-5650-2

"GEORGE SAUNDERS is the author of the short story collections Pastoralia, CivilWarLand in Bad Decline, and, most recently, In Persuasion Nation. He is also the author of the novella-length illustrated fable, The Brief and Frightening Reign of Phil and the New York Times bestselling children's book, The Very Persistent Gappers ofFrip, (illustrated by Lane Smith), which ... "Fancy Bread," one of his infrequent short stories, will be i ..."






Handbook of Australian, New Zealand and Antarctic Birds
Volume 7: Boatbills to Starlings (Handbook of Australian, New Zealand & Antarctic Birds)Part A Boatbills to Larks
by Peter Higgins, John Peter, Sid Cowling, Peter Jeffrey Higgins, J. M. Peter, S. J. Cowling
Hardcover, 1,992 Pages, Published 2006 by Oxford University Press
ISBN-13: 978-0-19-553996-7, ISBN: 0-19-553996-6

"The Handbook of Australian, New Zealand and Antarctic Birds is one of the world's major ornithological projects. This final volume, published in 2 parts, is the culmination of almost two decades of dedication by the editors, artists and volunteers who have now realized the vision to publish a comprehensive summary of our knowledge of all the known bird species that have been recorded in Australia, New Zealand and Antarctica."






Handbook of Australian, New Zealand and Antarctic Birds
Volume 5: Tyrant-flycatchers to Chats
by J. M. Peter, W. K. Steele, P. J. Higgins, Peter Higgins, John M. Peter, William K. Steele, Peter Jeffrey Higgins
Hardcover, 1,272 Pages, Published 2001 by Oxford University Press
ISBN-13: 978-0-19-553258-6, ISBN: 0-19-553258-9

"The Handbook of Australian, New Zealand and Antarctic Birds (HANZAB) is one of the most exciting projects in international ornithology. HANZAB provides an up-to-date, comprehensive and accurate synthesis of our knowledge of all the birds in the region. HANZAB continues the tradition of authoritative publications on Australian birds that began with Gould's Handbook of the Birds of Australia (1865). It will have a major impact on the dire ..."






Biometrics(1st Edition)
Identity Assurance in the Information Age
by Nicholas M. Orlans, Peter T. Higgins, John D. Woodward, Karl Ware, Christopher Mills, Lyssa Wald, Melinda Lytle, Michael Mueller
Paperback, 416 Pages, Published 2002 by Mcgraw-Hill Osborne Media
ISBN-13: 978-0-07-222227-2, ISBN: 0-07-222227-1

"Nicholas M. Orlans John D. Woodward Jr., Peter T. Higgins ... Executive Editor Jane K. Brownlow Project Editor Jenn Tust Acquisitions Coordinator Martin Przybyla Technical Editor Sarah Granger ... Davis Illustrators Lyssa Wald, Melinda Lytle, Michael Mueller Series Design Peter F. Hancik Cover Design & Illustration Reed ..."






Number Story
From Counting to Cryptography
by Peter Michael Higgins, M. Pitts
Hardcover, 323 Pages, Published 2008 by Copernicus
ISBN-13: 978-1-84800-000-1, ISBN: 1-84800-000-6

"Numbers have fascinated people for centuries. They are familiar to everyone, forming a central pillar of our understanding of the world, yet the number system was not presented to us "gift-wrapped" but, rather, was developed over millennia. Today, despite all this development, it remains true that a child may ask a question about numbers that no one can answer. Many unsolved problems surrounding number matters appear as quirky oddities ..."






Identity Assurance in the Information Age
Biometrics
by John D. Woodward, Nicholas M. Orlans, Peter T. Higgins
432 Pages, Published 2003 by Mcgraw-Hill
ISBN-13: 978-0-07-223030-7, ISBN: 0-07-223030-4

"and password as long as a separate access control system can revoke Cathy's access until she pays her bills. ... 5 Brittain and Paquet, “The Cost of a Nonautomated Help Desk,” Research Note DF-14-7228, Gartner, Inc., January 14, 2002."



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