Mathematical Analysis Functions of One Variable

This self-contained work in mathematical analysis introduces the main ideas and fundamental methods of the subject, focusing on a simple and direct exposition of differential and integral calculus for functions of one variable with some of its applications.Key features:* Interesting and valuable historical account of ideas and methods in analysis with beautiful illustrations* Topics: functions of one variable, differential and integral calculus, asymptotic expansion and inequalities, basic ordinary differential equations (including 1-dimensional motions, central motions, Kepler's laws and free and forced vibrations), and a discussion of elementary minimum principles in physics and geometry (such as refraction laws, Steiner's problem, isoperimetric problems, Dijkstra's algorithm for minimal connections in graphs); the preliminaries treat the real numbers, trigonometric functions and some elementary Cartesian geometry* Rigorous exposition with full proofs motivated by numerous examples* Exercises, comprehensive bibliography and indexThis work is a first step toward developing connections between analysis and other mathematical disciplines (e.g., topology and geometry) as well as physics and engineering. An excellent resource for self-study or for classroom use at the advanced undergraduate or graduate level.Giaquinta, M. is the author of 'Mathematical Analysis Functions of One Variable' with ISBN 9780817643126 and ISBN 0817643125.