Handbook of Writing for the Mathematical Sciences

Nicholas J. Higham

SIAM, Aug 1, 1998 - Science - 302 pages

The subject of mathematical writing has been infused with life once again by Nick Higham as he follows up his successful HWMS volume with this much-anticipated second edition. As is Higham's style, the material is enlivened by anecdotes, unusual paper titles, and humorous quotations. This handy new volume provides even more information on the issues you will face when writing a technical paper or talk, from choosing the right journal in which to publish to handling your references. Its overview of the entire publication process is invaluable for anyone hoping to publish in a technical journal. The original book has been completely revised, making use of feedback from readers as well as Higham's own large file of ideas based on his experiences in reading, writing, editing, examining, and supervising theses.

Contents

• General Principles: 1
• Mathematical Writing: 15
• English Usage: 35
• When English Is a Foreign Language: 59
• Writing a Paper: 77
• Revising a Draft: 107
• Publishing a Paper: 125
• Writing and Defending a Thesis: 147
• Writing a Talk: 155
• Giving a Talk: 171
• Preparing a Poster: 179
• IfeX and IMfcX: 185
• Aids and Resources for Writing and Research: 209
• A The Greek Alphabet: 223
• GNU Emacs Commands: 235
• E Prizes for Expository Writing: 243
• Glossary: 263
• Bibliography: 269
• Name Index: 289

About the author

Nicholas J. Higham, FRS, is Richardson Professor of Applied Mathematics at the University of Manchester,UK.

Bibliographic information

• Title: Handbook of Writing for the Mathematical Sciences; Miscellaneous Titles in Applied Mathematics Series
• Author: Nicholas J. Higham
• Edition: 2, illustrated
• Publisher: SIAM, 1998
• ISBN: 0898714206, 9780898714203
• Length: 302 pages
• Subjects: Computers / General; Mathematics / General; Science / General