{"title":"David A. Siegel","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the David A. Siegel collection, where the worlds of mathematics and social sciences come together in a seamless blend. David A. Siegel, a renowned researcher and author, brings a uniquely educational perspective to the intricate interplay between mathematics and the social sciences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, you will find books like \u003cem\u003eA Mathematics Course for Political and Social Research\u003c\/em\u003e that serve as invaluable resources for anyone delving into the realms of political science and sociology through the lens of mathematical analysis. Siegel's work is characterised by its clarity, depth, and accessibility, making complex concepts easy to grasp for both novices and experienced researchers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection falls under the \u003cstrong\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e category, evidencing the rigorous analytical approach David A. Siegel brings to exploring social and political phenomena. Whether you are a student, educator, or simply an enthusiast of these fields, Siegel’s writings will equip you with the tools necessary to understand and navigate the intricate structures of our social world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmbark on a journey of discovery with David A. Siegel’s works and enhance your understanding of how mathematical applications can illuminate the study of human society.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-mathematics-course-for-political-and-social-research-by-david-a-siegel-9780691159171","title":"A Mathematics Course for Political and Social Research","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolitical science and sociology increasingly rely on mathematical modelling and sophisticated data analysis. Many graduate programmes in these fields now require students to attend a \"math camp\" or enrol in a semester-long or yearlong course to acquire the necessary skills. Available textbooks are often written for mathematics or economics majors, which can fail to convey to students of political science and sociology the relevance of often-abstract mathematical concepts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Mathematics Course for Political and Social Research\u003c\/i\u003e fills this gap, providing both a primer for math novices in the social sciences and a handy reference for seasoned researchers. The book begins with the fundamental building blocks of mathematics and basic algebra, then covers essential subjects such as calculus in one and more than one variable, including optimisation, constrained optimisation, and implicit functions; linear algebra, including Markov chains and eigenvectors; and probability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt describes intermediate steps that most other textbooks leave out, features numerous exercises throughout, and grounds all concepts by illustrating their use and importance in political science and sociology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFeatures include:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUniquely designed and ideal for students and researchers in political science and sociology\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUses practical examples from political science and sociology\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFeatures \"Why Do I Care?\" sections that explain why concepts are useful\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncludes numerous exercises\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eComplete online solutions manual (available only to professors, email david.siegel at duke.edu, subject line \"Solution Set\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSelected solutions available online to students\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853952700652,"sku":"9780691159171","price":181.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1578853482434.jpg?v=1759227515"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/david-a-siegel.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}