Calculus with Analytic Geometry (5th Edition) [Hardcover]

C. Henry Edwards (Author), David E. Penney (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 8, 1997 | ISBN-10: 0137363311 | ISBN-13: 978-0137363315 | Edition: 5

Appropriate for standard undergraduate Calculus courses. The mainstream calculus text with the most flexible approach to new ideas and calculator/computer technology. *NEW - There are more than 1250 new problems among the books total of approximately 6700. Almost all of these are in the intermediate range of difficulty, neither highly theoretical nor computationally routine. Some reflect an emphasis on new technology by encouraging the use of technology ranging from a graphing calculator to a computer algebra system. *NEW - Web site available to users with student help center staffed by graduate students available on Sunday evenings. Site includes animations of most text examples with 'what-if' scenarios, challenging applications that require the user to have some type of number crunching software, self-paced quizzes, and internet links of additional calculus material. *NEW - More than 20% of the 700 in-text examples are new as are about twenty of the 50 optional technology projects. *NEW - Includes new matrix terminology and notation in the multivariable portion of the text. *NEW - Reorganization by combining vectors in 2-space and 3-space, yielding one less chapter than previous edition. *NEW - All of the technology projects are on the web site with a menu of Maple, Mathematica, Derive, MATLAB, and EXCEL that appropriately (with a click or two) ties into the user's machine. Suntax is provided for use of the projects with a TI graphing calculator as well. *All the technology projects are on the web site with a menu of Maple, Mathematica, Derive, MATLAB and EXCEL that appropriately (with a click or two) ties into the user's machine. Suntax is provided for use of the projects with a TI graphing calculator as well. *Provides a solid combination of standard calculus and a fresh conceptual emphasis that is open to the possibilities offered by new technologies. *The most extensively visual text in the market, highlighted by hundreds of Mathematica and MATLAB generated figures throughout the book.

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From the Publisher

Based on the success of its first three editions, this fully redeveloped and redesigned text combines a solid foundation, outstanding problem sets, and real-world applications in a language that reaches today's calculus students. Previous users will be refreshed by the structural and visual impact of a completely refurbished book. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From the Back Cover

This is the mainstream calculus book with the most flexible approach to new ideas and calculator/computer technology. Incorporating real-world applications, this book provides a solid combination of standard calculus and a fresh conceptual emphasis open to the possibilities of new technologies. The fifth edition of Calculus with Analytic Geometry has been revised to include a new lively and accessible writing style; 20% new examples; an emphasis on matrix terminology and notation; and fewer chapters combined from the previous edition. An important reference book for any reader seeking a greater understanding of calculus.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1022 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 5 edition (September 8, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0137363311
• ISBN-13: 978-0137363315
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.7 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,508,239 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Value for money, August 19, 2000

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"thirteenthfairy" (, N.S.W. Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Calculus with Analytic Geometry (5th Edition) (Hardcover)

This text book contains just about everything on calculus in a very clear and well presented form. As well as all the basics there are bits of historical info and lots of little extras that keep you interested and wanting to know more. Importantly its very well indexed which means things are very easy to find. Despite the fact that it is choc-a-block with information the layout is very spacious and pleasant to look at, heaps of roon to write your own marginal notes if you are so inclined. The diagrams are at all times excellent,clear and easy to understand.The two colour interior printing format is a great advantage, it makes the diagrams so much more readable.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A good read for calculus, December 8, 2003

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"medscientist" (Miami, FL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Calculus with Analytic Geometry (5th Edition) (Hardcover)

When using this book, particularly in the multivariable section,
I found that it was pretty good. A good portion of the problems are generally challenging, and one with interest in the physical sciences might find them fun to work at despite the time they take. However I have to point out that a certain degree of intelligence is expected when using this book . . . well I assume this applies to mathematics in general. However I still had to consult the Stewart calculus text for more insight on particular theorems and proofs.
Overall the book is pretty standard.

5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars It may not be YOUR book, June 9, 2001

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Leo (Vancouver, BC Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Calculus with Analytic Geometry (5th Edition) (Hardcover)

I discovered that most people find this book great. Yet, it may not be what you are looking for if you are a person who (i) have some previous exposure to calculus, or (ii) have planned to do a major (or honours) in applied or pure mathematics. First, I have to stress that I am not saying this is a terrible book although I've giving it one star; it's terrible for some kinds of people, though.

This book would be very wordy to you if you have studied calculus in a very elementary fashion. The writers spend too much time explaining some very simple topics and easy examples. You will find this book covers everything that you need if you take calculus because you are required to do so or you just want to know how to compute derivatives and integrals. However, the theory is either treated poorly or even omitted. For example, the topic on convergence and divergence of improper integral is useless, or you can consider that "it's not there". The most serious omission of topic is the absent of binormal in differential geometry; quoting my instructor, "...the book pretends that binormal doesn't exist, but it's in fact very important."

The books will give you the impression that calculus is easy, as it is said by many instructors; but in fact it doesn't have to be easy. I suppose the book will be very helpful for students seeking the basic calculus for applications in social sciences and economics, but it will not be good if you are in physical science or engineering, and certainly don't even read a word from it if you're in mathematics.