Cartoon Guide to Algebra by Larry Gonick (English) Paperback Book Free Shipping! 9780062202697
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A comprehensive and comical new illustrated guide to algebraDo you think that a Cartesian plane is a luxury jetliner? Does the phrase "algebraic expression" leave you with a puzzled look? Do you believe that the Order of Operations is an Emmy-winning medical drama? Then you need The Cartoon Guide to Algebra to put you on the road to algebraic literacy.The Cartoon Guide to Algebra covers all of algebra's essentials--including rational and real numbers, the number line, variables, expressions, laws of combination, linear and quadratic equations, rates, proportion, and graphing--with clear, funny, and easy-to-understand illustrations, making algebra's many practical applications come alive. This latest math guide from New York Times bestselling author Larry Gonick is an essential supplement for students of all levels, in high school, college, and beyond. School's most dreaded subject has never been more fun. In this latest edition of the successful Cartoon Guide series, master cartoonist and former Harvard instructor Larry Gonick offers a complete and up-to-date illustrated course to help students understand and learn this core mathematical course taught in American schools. Using engaging graphics and lively humor, Gonick covers all of the algebra essentials, including linear equations, polynomials, quadratic equations, and graphing techniques. He also offers a concise overview of algebra's history and its many practical applications in modern life. Combining Gonick's unique ability to make difficult topics fun, interesting, and easy-to-understandwhile still relaying the essential information in a clear, organized and accurate formatThe Cartoon Guide to Algebra is an essential supplement for students of all levels, in high school, college, and beyond. In this latest edition to the successful Cartoon Guide series, master cartoonist and former Harvard instructor Larry Gonick offers a complete and up-to-date illustrated course to help students understand and learn this core mathematical course taught in American schools.Using engaging graphics and lively humor, Gonick covers all of the algebra essentials, including linear equations, polynomials, quadratic equations, and graphing techniques. He also offers a concise overview of algebra's history and its many practical applications in modern life.Combining Gonick's unique ability to make difficult topics fun, interesting, and easy-to-understand--while still relaying the essential information in a clear, organized and accurate format--The Cartoon Guide to Algebra is an essential supplement for students of all levels, in high school, college, and beyond. | |
Product Identifiers | |
ISBN-10 | 0062202693 |
ISBN-13 | 9780062202697 |
eBay Product ID (ePID) | 201611611 |
Key Details | |
Author | Larry Gonick |
Number Of Pages | 240 pages |
Series | Cartoon Guide |
Format | Paperback |
Publication Date | 2015-01-20 |
Language | English |
Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
Publication Year | 2015 |
Additional Details | |
Copyright Date | 2015 |
Illustrated | Yes |
Dimensions | |
Weight | 16.8 Oz |
Height | 0.6 In. |
Width | 7.4 In. |
Length | 9.2 In. |
Target Audience | |
Group | Trade |
Classification Method | |
LCCN | 2015-458390 |
LC Classification Number | QA155.G62 2015 |
Dewey Decimal | 512.0022/2 |
Dewey Edition | 23 |