Essential Calulations

This is a 'must buy' book for any chemistry undergraduate who finds mathematics a challenge. In contrast to some of the other 'mathematics for scientists' books on the market, the material is presented in a manner that does not intimidate. The book is well written and each mathematical step, however small, is clearly explained. There are several typographical errors, but this does not detract from the clear writing style. The material is presented in ideal 'bite-sized' chapters, with self-test exercises and worked examples throughout. I particularly liked the extensive use of chemical examples, which highlight to the student why mathematics is essential for chemistry.