Standard and Nonstandard Analysis: Fundamental Theory, Techniques and Applications

Hoskins, R.F.

ISBN 10: 0138408440 / ISBN 13: 9780138408442

Published by New York : Ellis Horwood, 1990

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Original decorative boards, illustrated with numerous equations and diagrams, 8vo.; Name in pen on title page.

Seller Inventory # 343164-ZA29

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Standard and Nonstandard Analysis: Fundamental Theory, Techniques and Applications
• Publisher: New York : Ellis Horwood
• Publication Date: 1990
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0138408440
• ISBN 13: 9780138408442
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

Nonstandard analysis is now recognized as a powerful tool in a wide variety of mathematical disciplines, but while there are several books now available in this area, they generally presume some prior knowledge of mathematical analysis. This new text offers an orthodox course in the foundations of elementary analysis and provides a straightforward introduction to nonstandard concepts and techniques. Infinitesimals are introduced in a rigorous context at a comparatively early stage in the discussion of real analysis, and are treated as a natural element in the development of the basic theory of number systems. The approach adopted in this book makes the text accessible not merely to those intending to specialize in mathematics but also to physicists, engineers and students in related disciplines with strong mathematical needs.