Calculus: Concepts and Methods by Ken Binmore

by Ken Binmore

Systematic account of the logical and algebraic foundations of calculus. Presentation is informal with emphasis on practical understanding rather than on theoretical matters and formal proofs. Many practical examples are provided, drawn primarily from economics. Some elementary knowledge of calculus is assumed.

Genres: Mathematics, Calculus, Economics

Paperback

First published January 1, 2001

About the author

Professor of Economics at UCL, after holding corresponding positions at LSE and the University of Pennsylvania and Michigan. Onetime Professor of Mathematics at LSE.

Author of 77 published papers and 11 books. Research in evolutionary game theory, bargaining theory, experimental economics, political philosophy, mathematics and statistics.

Grants from National Science Foundation (3), ESRC (1), STICERD (2) and others. Chairman of LSE Economics Theory Workshop (10 years), Director of Michigan Economic Laboratory (5 years). Fellow of the Econometric Society and British Academy. Extensive collaboration with 25 co-authors.

Awarded the CBE in the New Years Honours List 2001 largely for his role in designing the UK 3G Spectrum Auction.

Reviews

[Kaurmanxo · Rating 4 out of 5]

goes well into depth of overall basic calculus concepts that sets the stage for later coursework. however, it has a tendency to mention rules and forget others and the examples for starting derivative problems were subpar. going into this good, one should have some understanding of calculus, which goes against the assumption that this book is advertised by for being good for students in calc 1 + 2. much better for students that need a revision tool going into calc 2 or need a quick handbook for calc 3 (as i was).

[Praveen Kishore · Rating 4 out of 5]

A gem of a book. Must for those who are taking up economics.