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1	Fortune's Formula: The Untold Story of the Scientific Betting System That Beat the Casinos and Wall Street more books like this by William Poundstone In 1961, MIT mathematics professor Ed Thorp made a small Vegas fortune by "counting cards"; his 1962 bestseller, "Beat the Dealer," made the phrase a household word. With Claude Shannon, the father of information theory, Thorp next conquered the roulette tables. In this prosaic but fascinating cultural history, the author of "How Would You Move Mt ... see all copies from $6.53! new only from $11.01! \| signed copies \| SVS
2 $The fractal geometry of nature$	The fractal geometry of nature more books like this by Benoit B. Mandelbrot "...a blend of erudition (fascinating and sometimes obscure historical minutiae abound), popularization (mathematical rigor is relegated to appendices) and exposition (the reader need have little knowledge of the fields involved) ...and the illustrations include many superb examples of computer graphics that are works of art in their own right." ... see all copies from $30.00! new only from $59.95!
3	The Numerati more books like this by Stephen Baker Every day people produce loads of data about themselves simply by living in the modern world: they click Web pages, shop with credit cards, and make cell phone calls. Now, in one of the greatest undertakings of the 21st century, a savvy group of mathematicians and computer scientists sifts through this data to determine how to manipulate people's ... see all copies from $12.79! new only from $12.79! \| first editions \| SVS
4	Quantitative Analysis for Management more books like this by Render Designed for introductory courses in quantitative analysis, quantitative methods, management science, or quantitative models, this text presents a comprehensive survey of widely used mathematical tools, fully integrated with the personal computer. The fourth edition combines the instructor's manual and the text in a single volume. It includes ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.99! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences more books like this by Mary L Boas Updates the original, comprehensive introduction to the areas of mathematical physics encountered in advanced courses in the physical sciences. Intuition and computational abilities are stressed. Original material on DE and multiple integrals has been expanded. see all copies from $18.98! new only from $31.00! \| first editions \| SVS
6	An Introduction to Management Science: Quantitative Approaches to Decision-Making more books like this by David Ray Anderson This volume provides an applications-oriented introduction to the role of management science in decision-making. The text blends problem formulation, managerial interpretation, and math techniques with an emphasis on problem solving. In addition, a problem-scenario approach introduces quantitative procedures through situations that include both ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $26.00! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Quantitative Methods for Business more books like this by David Ray Anderson This revision of "Quantitative Methods for Business" provides students with a conceptual understanding of the role that quantitative methods play in the decision-making process. This text describes the many quantitative methods that have been developed over the years, explains how they work, and shows how the decision-maker can apply and interpret ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $11.02! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Practical Management Science more books like this by Wayne L Winston, Ph.D. This edition includes new chapters which introduce the basics of spreadsheet modelling and emphasize "Genetic Solver". Modelling skills are demonstrated using Microsoft Excel and are incorporated throughout. The use of spreadsheets in this text allows users of varying mathematical backgrounds to build skills as they work through sophisticated ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $37.29! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Financial Modeling more books like this by Simon Benninga The third edition of this standard text retains the popular "cookbook" features of earlier editions and includes expanded and new coverage of such topics as bank valuation, the Black-Litterman portfolio selection model, Monte Carlo pricing methods, array function, and getting information from the Internet with VBA.Too often, finance courses stop ... see all copies from $16.02! new only from $34.88! \| first editions \| SVS
10	System Dynamics more books like this by Katsuhiko Ogata Offering comprehensive coverage of the analysis and design of linear systems, this text provides extensive coverage of both mechanical and electrical systems and includes analyses of pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, thermal systems and water-rank systems. The book presents an introduction to state space analysis, presents mathematical tools ... see all copies from $9.99! new only from $29.99! \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	Loss Models: From Data to Decisions more books like this by Stuart Klugman, Gordon Willmot, Harry Panjer Revised, updated, and even more useful to students, teachers, and practicing professionals, The First Edition of "Loss Models" was deemed 'worthy of classical status' by the "Journal of the International Statistical Institute". While retaining its predecessor's thorough treatment of the concepts and methods of analyzing contingent events, this ... see all copies from $14.18! new only from $22.00! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	A Primer of Ecology more books like this by Nicholas J Gotelli This volume presents a concise but detailed exposition of the most common mathematical models in population and community ecology. It is intended to demystify ecological models and the mathematics behind them by deriving the models from first principles. The book may be used as a self-teaching tutorial by students, as a primary textbook, or as a ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $24.77! \| first editions
13 view cover	Six Degrees: The Science of a Connected Age more books like this by Duncan J Watts Combining a historical survey of the field with real-world examples, this book sets out to explain the research being done to create a blueprint of our connected planet, and shows how a multidiciplinary science of networks has come into being. see all copies from $5.96! new only from $9.36! \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	Programming the Universe: A Quantum Computer Scientist Takes on the Cosmos more books like this by Seth Lloyd Is the universe actually a giant quantum computer? According to Lloyd, the answer is yes. This wonderfully accessible book, presents an original and compelling vision of reality, revealing our world in an entirely new light. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.37! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	Hidden Order: How Adaptation Builds Complexity more books like this by John H Holland Explains how scientists who study complexity are convinced that certain constant processes are at work in all kinds of unrelated complex systems.. see all copies from $6.32! new only from $6.96! \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Investment Valuation: Tools and Techniques for Determining the Value of Any Asset more books like this by Aswath Damodaran "Investment Valuation Tools and Techniques for Determining the Value of Any Asset Valuation" is at the heart of every investment decision, whether that decision is to buy, sell, or hold. But the pricing of any financial asset has become a more complex task in modern financial markets. Now completely revised and fully updated to reflect changing ... see all copies from $6.17! new only from $17.88! \| SVS
17 view cover	Mathematical structures for computer science more books like this by Judith Gersting Mathematical Structuresfor Computer Science has long been a leading textbook in its field. In this latest edition, judith Gersting takes a fresh new approach to communicating the often elusive concepts of discrete mathematics-one that is particularly appropriate for beginning students of computer science. Thoroughly revised and streamlined the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $15.00! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Econometric Models and Economic Forecasts more books like this by Robert S Pindyck This text aims to help students understand the art of model building, what type of model to build, building the appropriate model, testing it statistically and applying the model to practical problems in forecasting and analysis. Although statistics is a prerequisite to use the text effectively, calculus is not required. This edition includes new ... see all copies from $4.98! new only from $79.95! \| first editions
19 view cover	Mathematics Methods for Elementary and Middle School Teachers more books like this by Mary M Hatfield Always on the cutting edge of mathematics teaching, the new Sixth Edition continues to integrate technology with hands on experience and the latest research and standards. The CD packaged with this book features videos with guiding questions to analyze real teacher student interaction in the hard to teach math concepts. It also includes colored ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $28.34! \| SVS
20 view cover	Introduction to Mathematical Modeling more books like this by Edward A Bender Accessible text features over 100 reality-based examples pulled from the science, engineering and operations research fields. Prerequisites: ordinary differential equations, continuous probability. Numerous references. Includes 27 black-and-white figures. 1978 edition. see all copies from $7.00! new only from $9.60! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Investment Science more books like this by David G Luenberger Designed for those individuals interested in the current state of development in the field of investment science, this book emphasizes the fundamental principles and how they can be mastered and transformed into solutions of important and interesting investment problems. The book examines what the essential ideas are behind investment science, how ... see all copies from $25.73! new only from $25.73! \| SVS
22 view cover	The Complete Guide to Option Pricing Formulas more books like this by Espen G Haug This title offers instant access to formulas used daily by the best talent on Wall Street. Since its publication in 1997, "The Complete Guide to Option Pricing Formulas" has become the bible of option formulas for everyone from professional traders to money managers and investors. When pricing options in today's fast-action markets, experience and ... see all copies from $29.53! new only from $43.47! \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	Damodaran on Valuation: Security Analysis for Investment and Corporate Finance more books like this by Aswath Damodaran Damondaran on Valuation will not only convince you of the vitality of the many valuation models available to you, it will help ensure that you develop the acumen needed to select the right model for any valuation scenario. Written by a gifted teacher and respected valuation authority, Damodaran on Valuation offers systematic examination of the ... see all copies from $10.99! new only from $58.46! \| SVS
24 view cover	Applied Management Science: Modeling, Spreadsheet Analysis, and Communication for Decision Making more books like this by John A Lawrence, Barry A Pasternack Emphasizes building the most appropriate model possible from the available data. Major focus is on analysis and communication of results to management. Teaches readers how to conduct a management science study, analyze different situations, break down the steps of problem-solving, write a business report, and effectively communicate study results ... see all copies from $36.81! new only from $56.42! \| SVS
25 view cover	Marketing Metrics: 50+ Metrics Every Executive Should Master more books like this by Paul W Farris, Neil T Bendle, Phillip E Pfeifer Few marketers recognize the extraordinary range of metrics now available for evaluating their strategies and tactics. In Marketing Metrics, four leading researchers and consultants systematically introduce today's most powerful marketing metrics. The authors show how to use a "dashboard" of metrics to view market dynamics from various ... see all copies from $17.20! new only from $25.17! \| first editions \| SVS

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