CRC concise encyclopedia of mathematics

the long version

The CRC Concise Encyclopedia of Mathematics is a compendium of mathematical definitions, formulas, figures, tabulations, and references. Its informal style makes it accessible to a broad spectrum of readers with a diverse range of mathematical backgrounds and interests. This book draws connections between many areas of mathematics and science. It also provides abundant examples of mathematical applications and features highly readable, distinctive exposition. Through its thousands of explicit examples, formulas, and derivations, The CRC Concise Encyclopedia of Mathematics gives a flavor of each topic without getting lost in minutiae, making specific information easy to locate, but also making the larger realm of mathematics fun to explore.