Calculus (With Analytic Geometry)(8th edition)

Calculus (With Analytic Geometry)(8th edition)

Concepts are there but...

Possibly the worst Calculus compilation I've ever seen. No, definitely. The book has several glaring omissions, in terms of concepts, and refuses to use passable grammar or even descriptive language to illustrate its point. It also makes the assumption that your knowledge of pre-calculus and algebra is photographic. In other words, it's impossible to follow the steps outlined in examples without a complimentary reference (unintentional I'm sure...). My students and I were absolutely stunned at the lack of scope in the examples. The accompanying website is moody, at best, and frequently goes down. The ONLY redeeming quality about this book is that it has an abundance of proofs which are explained (terribly) before each section. I could go on, but why? As others mentioned, new editions make no attempt to solve these problems; they're just there to make money. Private Tutors and Teachers: If you're looking for a decent Calculus I/II book, you haven't found it here.

Perfect and saved me money!

Everything was sent as advertised and in great shape. It was also on time and saved me some money. Thanks!

Good

It came quickly, and as expected except the integral tear out from the first page was missing

Calculus Book

Book was in excellent condition. It was shipped immediately and I recieved it within 3 or 4 days.

I hate this book

I almost never use the lessons in the book. I skim for theorems, properties, and whatnot. The lessons themselves are difficult to understand because the theory isn't linked to the problems in clear language. If it weren't for the professor providing that missing link in class, I wouldn't learn anything with this book. On the days I missed class, I get a headache trying to figure it out on my own with the book. The problems in this book are outstanding, though. I get a solid understanding of the material through excellent practice.

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