Calculus: Late Transcendentals Multivariable

by Jon Rogawski, Colin Adams

The author's goal for the book is that it's clearly written, could be read by a calculus student and would motivate them to engage in the material and learn more. Moreover, to create a text in which exposition, graphics, and layout would work together to enhance all facets of a student’s calculus experience. They paid special attention to certain aspects of the


1. Clear, accessible exposition that anticipates and addresses student difficulties.
2. Layout and figures that communicate the flow of ideas.
3. Highlighted features that emphasize concepts and mathematical reasoning including Conceptual Insight, Graphical Insight, Assumptions Matter, Reminder, and Historical Perspective.
4. A rich collection of examples and exercises of graduated difficulty that teach basic skills as well as problem-solving techniques, reinforce conceptual understanding, and motivate calculus through interesting applications. Each section also contains exercises that develop additional insights and challenge students to further develop their skills.

624 pages, Paperback

First published January 15, 2015

Reviews

[EJ Jackson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I would marry this book and work a 60 hour week to buy it all the jewelry it wants. Best diagrams I have ever seen. Fun exercises. Extraordinary breadth.