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-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.
| ISBN: | 9780062202697 |
| Publication date: | 26th February 2015 |
| Author: | Larry Gonick |
| Publisher: | William Morrow Paperbacks an imprint of HarperCollins |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 240 pages |
| Series: | Cartoon Guide Series |
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