Mathematics

Levitt and co-author Stephen J. Dubner show that economics is, at root, the study of incentives: how people get what they want, or need, especially when other people want or need the same thing....

Filled with wonderful examples, Six Easy Pieces is the ideal introduction to the fundamentals of physics by one of the most admired and accessible physicists of modern times.

Sparked by observing teachers struggle to implement rich mathematics tasks to engage students in deep thinking, Peter Liljedahl has translated his 15 years of research into this practical guide on how to move toward a thinking classroom....

The phenomenal true story of the Black female mathematicians at NASA whose calculations helped fuel some of America's greatest achievements in space....

A theoretical physicist takes listeners on an awe-inspiring journey-found in "no other book" (Science)—to discover how the universe generates everything from nothing at all.

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Signal and the Noise, the definitive guide to our era of risk—and the players raising the stakes.

Storytelling with Data teaches you the fundamentals of data visualization and how to communicate effectively with data....

Anil Ananthaswamy explains the mathematics that has brought us machine learning and the ongoing explosion of artificial intelligence....

Game theory means rigorous strategic thinking. It’s the art of anticipating your opponent’s next moves, knowing full well that your rival is trying to do the same thing to you....

Whether you are a student struggling to fulfill a math or science requirement, or you are embarking on a career change that requires a new skill set, A Mind for Numbers offers the tools you need to get a better grasp of that intimidating material....

Once considered tedious, the field of statistics is rapidly evolving into a discipline Hal Varian, chief economist at Google, has actually called "sexy"....

There is a logical flaw in the statistical methods used across experimental science. This fault is not a minor academic quibble: It underlies a reproducibility crisis now threatening entire disciplines....

An essential analysis of the modern science and technology that makes our twenty-first century lives possible—a scientist's investigation into what science really does, and does not, accomplish....

With the tools of mathematics in hand, you can understand the world in a deeper, more meaningful way. How Not to Be Wrong will show you how....

Exploring and explaining a litany of glitches, near misses, and mathematical mishaps, Matt Parker uncovers the bizarre ways math trips us up, and what this reveals about its essential place in our world....

Fooled by Randomness is the word-of-mouth sensation that will change the way you think about business and the world. Nassim Nicholas Taleb - veteran trader, renowned risk expert, polymathic scholar, erudite raconteur has penned a modern classic that turns on its head what we believe about luck and skill....

In The Art of Statistics, world-renowned statistician David Spiegelhalter shows listeners how to derive knowledge from raw data by focusing on the concepts and connections behind the math....

Work with data like a pro using this guide that breaks down how to organize, apply, and most importantly, understand what you are analyzing in order to become a true data ninja....

Struggling with math? Are numbers your number one enemy? Learn the exact thinking tools the top mathematicians use to utilize their math skills in real life and radically change how you shop, save, and think....

Visionary physicist Geoffrey West is a pioneer in the field of complexity science, the science of emergent systems and networks....

Under the aegis of machine learning in our data-driven machine age, computers are programming themselves and solving an extraordinary range of problems....

An award-winning mathematician shows how we prove what’s true, and what to do when we can’t.

John Forbes Nash, Jr., a prodigy and legend by the age of 30, dazzled the mathematical world by solving a series of deep problems deemed "impossible" by other mathematicians....

Darrell Huff's celebrated classic How to Lie With Statistics is a straightforward and engaging guide to understanding the manipulation and misrepresentation of information....

In Zero, science journalist Charles Seife follows this innocent-looking number from its birth as an Eastern philosophical concept to its struggle for acceptance in Europe, its rise and transcendence in the West, and its ever-present threat to modern physics....

It was Richard Feynman's outrageous and scintillating method of teaching that earned him legendary status among students and professors of physics. From 1961 to 1963, Feynman delivered a series of lectures at the California Institute of Technology that revolutionized the teaching of physics around the world. Six Easy Pieces, taken from these famous Lectures on Physics, represent the most accessible material from the series

"Developing Apps with GPT-4 and ChatGPT" is a comprehensive, practical, and beginner-friendly guide designed to take you from zero knowledge to a confident AI application developer. In an era where Large Language Models (LLMs) are reshaping industries, this book serves as your essential roadmap to understanding and leveraging the power of GPT-4 and the ChatGPT API. Key Features of This Book: 1. Project-Based Learning: Every chapter contains practical exercises and mini-projects, ensuring you learn by building. The book concludes with a comprehensive capstone project to solidify your skills....

This book, "Superintelligence: The Promise and Peril of Advanced AI," is born out of a critical need for a new kind of textbook. For too long, the study of AI has been bifurcated. On one side lie the deeply technical manuals, dense with mathematics and code, accessible only to specialists. On the other, the speculative, often sensationalist, narratives that discuss the future of AI without a firm grounding in its underlying principles. This book serves as a bridge. It is designed for the next generation of engineers, thinkers, and leaders—the B.Tech and M.Tech students who will not just ...

What’s in a number? Everything. From the lonely “one” to the infinite, irrational swirl of π, numbers are more than tools for counting—they’re stories, symbols, and secret codes hidden in plain sight. In The Secret Life of Numbers, JD Arden peels back the layers of mathematics, myth, superstition, and science to reveal the strange, beautiful, and sometimes absurd truths behind our most familiar figures. Why is seven so lucky? Why does thirteen haunt our dreams? What’s so terrifying—and liberating—about zero? With Arden’s signature wit and clarity, this book takes you on a...

This textbook, "Essentials of ROBOTICS," is born out of the necessity for a learning resource that is contemporary, comprehensive, and, most importantly, accessible. It is meticulously crafted to serve the students of B.Tech and M.Tech programs, aligning seamlessly with the forward-thinking principles of India's National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the model curriculum of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), while also resonating with the syllabi of leading international universities. Key Features of This Book: 1. NEP 2020 and OBE Compliant: The content and pedagogical...

The aim of this book is to provide students the tools that will make the study of probability easy. The text is written in simple language so that students can easily follow the explanation of every concept. Each chapter begins with an explanation of concepts, followed by examples. In all examples, sufficient detail is provided to make it easy for the student to use the examples as guide for solving the exercises at the end of each section. There are three sets of review exercises. The review exercises would give you the opportunity to see where you need additional help or practice.

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This eBook offers a comprehensive and accessible exploration of fuzzy logic—a powerful mathematical and reasoning framework designed to handle the imprecision and uncertainty inherent in real-world problems. Beginning with fundamental concepts such as fuzzy sets and the departure from traditional binary logic, the narrative traces fuzzy logic’s origins, historical development, and evolution into a vital technology widely used in control systems, artificial intelligence, and decision-making. The discussion highlights practical applications ranging from everyday consumer appliances and ...

The aim of this book is to provide students all the tools they need to develop their problem solving skill. The book is easy to follow with little or no help. Each chapter begins with an explanation of concepts followed by examples. The examples serve as guide for solving the exercises at the end of each section. The review exercises provide additional practice.

What Are the Odds? is your intro to understanding the hidden mathematics of everyday life. From coin flips to casinos, lightning strikes to love stories, this book walks the line between probability and poetry—bringing clarity to the chaos and calm to the randomness. Through twelve sharp chapters (plus a bonus finale), JJ cracks open real-life situations with statistical insight, humor, and heart. You'll learn why the coin isn't fair, why streaks are a lie, and how even your tiniest decisions might ripple through the universe in ways you’ll never see coming. No math degree required. No charts.