Advanced Engineering Mathematics (2nd Edition) (Hardcover)

~ Michael Greenberg (Author)

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This clear, pedagogically rich book develops a strong understanding of the mathematical principles and practices that today's engineers need to know. Equally as effective as either a textbook or reference manual, it approaches mathematical concepts from an engineering perspective, making physical applications more vivid and substantial. Its comprehensive instructional framework supports a conversational, down-to-earth narrative style, offering easy accessibility and frequent opportunities for application and reinforcement.

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An introduction to applied mathematics for engineering or science. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 1324 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 2 edition (January 18, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0133214311
• ISBN-13: 978-0133214314
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.6 x 2.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #221,143 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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30 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for the math undergrad, August 18, 2001

By	Justin Bost (Salisbury, NC) - See all my reviews

We used this text in an introductory math for engineers course that I took for fun (I can see the smirk on your face already :) Anyway, the book integrates different parts of applied mathematics very well, particularly drilling into your head the wonderful properties of linearity, and how linear algebra in general makes life much simpler. The only (minor) drawback to this book I would say is it's "lack of color", i.e., this is not a book you buy for the pictures. The diagrams are black and white, and very simple. Kreyszig's book is much more visually appealing, but does not have the mathematical depth that Greenberg can get across. If you are more of a visual learner (as I actually am), you may prefer Kreyszig, as he puts important results/theorems in colored boxes, and his style is more casual than Greenberg. It is not hard to see why mathematicians (including several professors I know) prefer Greenberg, as his presentation is more crisp, and it definitely flows. Some of the material requires deep thought, but is well worth the effort. His material on PDEs (mostly 2nd order linear equations) is very engaging, and expertly written. You get a nice overview of the subject (a branch of mathematics highly applicable in today's world), but he doesn't get bogged down in unnecessary detail. My verdict is this: if you want a reference book to refer to from time to time, Kreyszig may be better. However, if you want a text to learn the material from, I would definitely go with Greenberg. If you have the money, get both titles, they complement each other well. But if you can only afford one, get Greenberg.

23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best advanced math book from an Engineering perspective, June 6, 1999

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This book is the best to appear in the field of Advanced Engineering Math. True to its title, the book is miles ahead of Kreyzig, Wylie et al. in its presentation of fundamental concepts from an Engineering viewpoint. Reading it one enjoys the beauty and the link between linear algebra, vector algebra, matrix algebra and (system of) partial differntial equations. Transforms (Fourier, Laplace)have also been lucidly explained. Frankly, I have fallen in love with it.

Dr Greenberg...Thank you for providing us with a classic.

Other titles for the applied Engineer's shelf: 1. PDEs for Scientists and Engineers - Farlow 2. Advanced Calculus for Applications - Hildebrand 3. Partial Differential Equations - L.E.Evans 4. Elements of PDEs - Sneddon 5. ODEs - Boyce and DiPrima (look at Strum-Liouville explanation - its great!)

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THE BEST math book I have ever read, August 5, 2003

By	David E. Bunch (Long Beach, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Amoung the dozons of math books out there that are pure (garbage), written by math professors for math professors, this is one of those rare shining gems that comes along every once in a decade, that was written with a student in mind. It is clear, concise, and easy to follow. It flows increadibly well, and in an organized manner. You can tell that this book was planned out, and not just written by some professor in a few weeks just to meet his writting obligations. Also this book covers EVERYTHING, and I do mean everything. It is a pure pleasure to read. If you have trouble understanding math, because your using a (poor) book written by a (...) professor, then BUY this book. Its a little pricey, but trust me it is worth every cent. The price of the book is much less then the price to repeat a math course. Thanks a million Greenberg.