College Algebra Essentials (2nd Edition) [Hardcover]

Robert F. Blitzer (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0132203138 | ISBN-13: 978-0132203135 | Publication Date: February 4, 2006 | Edition: 2

Gets Them Engaged. Keeps Them Engaged. In a Shorter Text! Blitzer's philosophy: present the full scope of mathematics, while always (1) engaging the reader by opening their minds to learning (2) keeping the reader engaged on every page (3) explaining ideas directly, simply, and clearly so they don't get "lost" when studying and reviewing.

 

Prerequisites: Fundamental Concepts of Algebra; Equations and Inequalities; Functions and Graphs; Polynomial and Rational Functions; Exponential and Logarithmic Functions; Systems of Equations and Inequalities.

 

For all readers interested in college algebra.

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About the Author

Bob Blitzer is a native of Manhattan and received a Bachelor of Arts degree with dual majors in mathematics and psychology (minor: English literature) from the City College of New York. His unusual combination of academic interests led him toward a Master of Arts in mathematics from the University of Miami and a doctorate in behavioral sciences fro Nova University. Bob is most energized by teaching mathematics and has taught a variety of mathematics courses at Miami-Dade College for nearly 30 years. He has received numerous teaching awards, including Innovator of the Year from the League for Innovations in the Community College, and was among the first group of recipients at Miami-Dade College for an endowed chair based on excellence in the classroom. Bob has written Intermediate Algebra for College Students, Introductory Algebra for College Students, Essentials of Intermediate Algebra for College Students, Introductory and Intermediate Algebra for College Students, Essentials of Introductory and Intermediate Algebra for College Students, Algebra for College Students, Thinking Mathematically, College Algebra, Algebra and Trigonometry, and Precalculus, all published by Prentice Hall.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 624 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 2 edition (February 4, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0132203138
• ISBN-13: 978-0132203135
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #628,223 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Bob Blitzer is a native of Manhattan and received a Bachelor of Arts degree with dual majors in mathematics and psychology (minor: English literature) from the City College of New York. His unusual combination of academic interests led him toward a Master of Arts in mathematics from the University of Miami and a doctorate in behavioral sciences from Nova University. Bob's love for teaching mathematics was nourished for nearly 30 years at Miami Dade College, where he received numerous teaching awards, including Innovator of the Year from the League for Innovations in the Community College and an endowed chair based on excellence in the classroom. In addition to Thinking Mathematically, Bob has written textbooks covering introductory algebra, college algebra, algebra and trigonometry, and precalculus, all published by Prentice Hall. When not secluded in his Northern California writer's cabin, Bob can be found hiking the beaches and trails of Point Reyes National Seashore, and tending to the chores required by his beloved entourage of horses, chickens, and irritable roosters.

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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Algebra's Come a Long Way, March 20, 2008

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This review is from: College Algebra Essentials (2nd Edition) (Hardcover)

I hate Algebra. Had to buy this for a class, and found out how much algebra classes have changed over the years. Lots of cds with work-along tutorials, very easy-to-understand guides to show how work was done. Excellent study guide!

5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Great book to learn from but poorly put together, November 1, 2007

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This review is from: College Algebra Essentials (2nd Edition) (Hardcover)

Mr. Blizter does a great job explaining everything in such detail that anyone should be able to understand the topic. My problem is the book is falling apart at the bind. It is not put together as well as it should be for a product that costs over a hundred dollars. The book is always put in a safe place where nothing can mess with it and it is not thrown around or bent in any way. I open my book today to study and it seperates at the bind.

This is a dissapointing product in terms of material quality. The inside is a great learning tool for College algebra and I recomend it only if they don't skimp on quality.

3.0 out of 5 stars Useless, January 24, 2012

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This review is from: College Algebra Essentials (3rd Edition) (Hardcover)

I searched for this textbook with the code included, and even ordered new to ensure it was included. We ended up having to buy the code separately. Had we known this prior to purchase, we would have bought a used book to save cost. The description needs to include all of the contents listed.