About Vectors

Book Details

• Publisher: Dover

• Author: Banesh Hoffmann

• Language: English

• Edition: Reprint

• ISBN: 9780486604893

• Number of Pages: 134

• Cover: Paperback

• Release Date: 01-06-1975

• Package Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches

About The Book

In this thought-provoking work, Banesh Hoffmann takes an unconventional approach to the study of vectors. Starting with the fundamental question, "What is a vector?" Hoffmann explores this topic through a fresh and engaging style. The book combines pure and applied mathematics, offering a treatment of vectors without relying on calculus, making it accessible to readers at different levels of understanding.

The book's content is comprehensive yet concise, covering key topics such as the parallelogram law, vector algebra, scalar products, and tensor analysis. Hoffmann’s challenge to traditional textbook methods creates a dynamic learning experience, encouraging readers to question and think critically about vector concepts.

Throughout the 134 pages, nearly 400 exercises help reinforce the learning process, offering practical applications and challenging the reader to engage deeply with the material. This book serves not only as a supplement to academic courses but also as a stimulating read for anyone interested in mathematics.