Single Variable Calculus: Early Transcendentals

by James Stewart

n this version of his best-selling text, Stewart has reorganized the material so professors can teach transcendental functions (more than just trigonometric functions) early, before the definite integral. This variation introduces the derivative of the logarithmic and exponential functions at the same time as the polynomial functions and develops other transcendental functions prior to the introduction of the definite integral. In the Third Edition, Stewart retains the focus on problem solving, the meticulous accuracy, the patient explanations, and the carefully graded problems that have made this text work so well for a wide range of students. In the new edition, Stewart has increased his emphasis on technology and innovation and has expanded his focus on problem-solving and applications. On every page of his text, Stewart's genuine understanding of both calculus and calculus students is apparent. A phenomenon of the Stewart success is the text's use in such a wide variety of colleges and universities throughout the world. How does Stewart reach students at every level so effectively? Just as he teaches to every student in his classes from the most unprepared to the most mathematically gifted, Stewart write to this range of students--adding the explanations that make ideas come alive as well as the problems that challenge.

Genres: Textbooks, Mathematics, Nonfiction, Reference, Science, Education, School

768 pages, Hardcover

First published December 12, 1995

About the author

James Stewart is a professor of mathematics and a violinist. He has written a number of textbooks, notably on calculus.

For other James Stewarts, see similar names.

Reviews

[Sarah Feng · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stewart’s logical motion from question to proof illuminates the central concepts of single variable calculus for a student who has had trouble grasping the motivation behind such proofs in the past. Especially appreciated, even central to my enjoyment, were his extensive and passionate inclusions of concepts, bridging Greek philosophy, physics, and many other applications both abstract and real. There is a certain poetry to this breakdown of the world through numbers, but I wonder if that’s just me fetishizing the language.

[Nathan · Rating 2 out of 5]

Overpriced and poorly constructed, with pretty standard math textbook material on the inside.

[Nalani · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bittersweet journey :)

[Ashley Chang · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is more of a review of calculus than a review of the book itself. Calculus is fine. This book so boring and mind numbing every time I wonder whether insomnia is a thing, I read. It's the epitome of life-not-changing.

[Joseph · Rating 4 out of 5]

A clear treatment of introductory calculus. Lots of examples throughout. I also found that the Early Calculus Transcendentals website had some very helpful resources.

[dead letter office · Rating 2 out of 5]

There must be a better way to do this.

[Glittery · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well written for a math textbook

[Marisa (Mirroredpages) · Rating 1 out of 5]

I only have one thing to say: I hate calculus and will never take it again.