Provides the reader with working knowledge of Mathematica and key aspects of Mathematica's numerical capabilities needed to deal with virtually any "real life" problemClear organization, complete topic coverage, and an accessible writing style for both novices and expertsWebsite for book with additional materials: http://www.MathematicaGuideBooks.orgAccompanying DVD containing all materials as an electronic book with complete, executable Mathematica 5.1 compatible code and programs, rendered color graphics, and animations