Mathematica Navigator: Mathematics, Statistics and Graphics, Third Edition

by Heikki Ruskeepaa

Book Overview

Ruskeepaa gives a general introduction to the most recent versions of Mathematica, the symbolic computation software from Wolfram. The book emphasizes graphics, methods of applied mathematics and statistics, and programming. Mathematica Navigator can be used both as a tutorial and as a handbook. While no previous experience with Mathematica is required, most chapters also include advanced material, so that the book will be a valuable resource for...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0123741645
• ISBN13: 9780123741646
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Academic Press
• Length: 1136 Pages
• Weight: 3.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.3" x 1.5" x 7.8"

Customer Reviews

Got Mathematica? Buy This Book NOW!

The positive reviews were right on the money, this book is the best! It allowed me to start using Mathematica with ease, compared to the many hours of past frustration while working on optimizations. I fought endlessly, struggling to decipher the software's baroque navigation, cryptic errors, hostility to the user which borders on abuse - but now Mathematica and I are becoming great friends thanks to Heikki Ruskeepaa's wonderful tome. THANK YOU FOR WRITING THIS BOOK!!!Of particular benefit is the guidance s/he provides for best practices in formatting cells to avoid common, productivity-killing pitfalls.

Absolutely Great Mathematica Textbook

While it is unlikely that there is a pure Mathematica course anywhere, the textbook for it already exists!Mathematica Navigator by Heikki Ruskeepaa is an absolutely wonderful book that teaches you everything you ever wanted to know about Mathematica. Out of about 10 books I've used, this book is THE BEST on Mathematica out there.

The best book on Mathematica and Applied Mathematics

I have many books on Mathematica and use Mathematica a lot to do both symbolic and numerical calcualtions. This book is the best I have seen. I would recommend it to anyone using Mathematica for serious symbolic or computational work. If you are looking for a book about applied mathematics and numerical methods with Mathematica this is the one. The treatment of the graphical capabilities of Mathematica is complete and very useful. The only minor criticism I would have for this book is that it has no unsolved exercises and problems. However the examples presented are excellent. I have the highest regard for the author of this book. He has produced a superb piece of work!

Great introduction, great reference

I started learning Mathematica with this book, and it got me up and running quickly. Concepts are presented in order (if a technique is used that hasn't been introduced yet, the reference to later in the book is always included). Explanations are clear. Multiple examples are included for more difficult concepts.What's more, it's a great reference... A good index and appropriate references are provided. I really couldn't fault this book in any way.

Best Mathematica Book I've read

This comprehensive volume covers many topics. Indeed, I would probably call it the most COMPREHENSIVE yet GENERAL text on the inner workings of the Mathematica program. For instance, Dr. Ruskeepaa treats the topic of 4 dimensional graphics, and I have not found that topis highlighted in any text. Furthermore, when it comes to specific mathematical models, such as difference equations, more information is located in this volume that anywhere else [except perhaps the on-line MathSource Mathematica Library]. Dr. Ruskeepaa's book not only demonstrates the basics in each category, but goes beyond what other resources have taught me. I highly recommend this book! Additionally, the CD-ROM which accompanies the book is quite handy. Lastly, I have had occaision to ask Dr. Ruskeepaa specific questions, and he has been MORE THAN HELPFUL and PUNCTUAL in providing me with solutions from his vast Mathematica knowledge. FIVE STARS -- better than any Mathematica book [I've seen most Mathematica books about graphics, physics and science; and programming].