A Concise Introduction to Pure Mathematics, 4th Edition by Martin Liebeck – Paperback (ISBN: 9781498722926)

By Martin Liebeck

A Concise Introduction to Pure Mathematics, 4th Edition by Martin Liebeck is a clear and accessible introduction to the foundational ideas of pure mathematics. Published by Chapman & Hall / CRC Press / Routledge, this textbook is designed to help students make the transition from computational high-school mathematics to proof-based university mathematics, covering essential topics such as sets, logic, proof techniques, number systems, induction, inequalities, complex numbers, polynomial equations, number theory, and abstract mathematical reasoning.

Designed for mathematics departments, first-year university courses, pre-university bridge programs, honors mathematics tracks, STEM foundation courses, teacher education programs, college bookstores, university libraries, and institutional procurement teams, this textbook supports early undergraduate instruction in pure mathematics, proof writing, mathematical reasoning, and foundational abstract thinking.

What This Book Does

This book introduces students to the language, structure, and reasoning style of pure mathematics. It helps learners move beyond procedural calculation by developing confidence with definitions, theorems, proofs, examples, counterexamples, induction, algebraic structures, number systems, and core mathematical arguments used throughout university-level mathematics.

Key Features

• Fourth edition of Martin Liebeck’s widely used introduction to pure mathematics
• Published by Chapman & Hall / CRC Press / Routledge
• Designed as a bridge from high-school mathematics to university-level proof-based mathematics
• Covers sets, proofs, logic, induction, number systems, inequalities, complex numbers, polynomials, and number theory
• Includes accessible explanations, examples, and exercises for early undergraduate students
• Strong fit for mathematics departments, STEM bridge programs, first-year university courses, and academic libraries

Who Should Use This Book?

• First-year undergraduate mathematics students
• Students transitioning from high-school mathematics to university mathematics
• Mathematics departments and STEM foundation programs
• Faculty teaching introductory proof-based mathematics courses
• Teacher education programs and mathematics education courses
• University libraries, college bookstores, and academic reference collections
• Institutions purchasing pure mathematics textbooks in bulk for course adoption or bridge programs

Why It’s Essential

• Builds the proof-writing and reasoning skills students need for higher mathematics
• Introduces foundational pure mathematics topics in a concise and student-friendly format
• Supports the transition from calculation-based learning to abstract mathematical thinking
• Strong fit for first-year mathematics courses, bridge programs, university libraries, and institutional textbook purchasing

A concise and accessible pure mathematics textbook for proof writing, mathematical reasoning, first-year university mathematics, and STEM foundation programs.
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Product Details

• ISBN-13: 9781498722926
• ISBN-10: 149872292X
• Edition: 4th
• Author: Martin Liebeck
• Publisher: Chapman & Hall / CRC Press / Routledge
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 320
• Illustrations: 37 B/W Illustrations
• Copyright Year: 2016
• Condition: New
• Price: $39.99
• Minimum Order: 5 Copies
• Availability: In Stock

TOC Highlights

• Sets and Proofs
• Number Systems
• Decimals, Nth Roots, and Rational Powers
• Inequalities
• Complex Numbers
• Polynomial Equations
• Induction
• Counting and Number Theory
• Logic and Mathematical Reasoning
• Foundational Ideas in Pure Mathematics

FAQs

• Is this the 4th Edition of A Concise Introduction to Pure Mathematics?
  Yes. This listing is for A Concise Introduction to Pure Mathematics, 4th Edition with ISBN 9781498722926.
• Who is the author?
  The book is written by Martin Liebeck.
• Who publishes this textbook?
  The book is published by Chapman & Hall / CRC Press / Routledge.
• What does this book cover?
  It covers foundational pure mathematics topics including sets, proofs, number systems, induction, inequalities, complex numbers, polynomial equations, number theory, and mathematical reasoning.
• Who should use this book?
  It is suitable for first-year mathematics students, STEM bridge programs, mathematics departments, proof-writing courses, teacher education programs, and academic libraries.
• Is this suitable for institutional and bulk orders?
  Yes. BooksGoat supports bulk purchasing for universities, mathematics departments, STEM foundation programs, college bookstores, libraries, and institutional procurement teams.