--- product_id: 8855224 title: "Basic Mathematics" price: "S/.225" currency: PEN in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.pe/products/8855224-basic-mathematics store_origin: PE region: Peru --- # Prepares for calculus & advanced math Comprehensive 3-4 years of high school math Integrates proofs & problem-solving Basic Mathematics **Price:** S/.225 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ“ Unlock your inner mathematician β€” don’t just learn math, live it! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Basic Mathematics - **How much does it cost?** S/.225 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pe](https://www.desertcart.pe/products/8855224-basic-mathematics) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Challenge Meets Clarity:** Balances rigorous proofs and challenging problems with accessible explanations for self-study success. - β€’ **Master the Math Language:** Develops the mindset of a math major with clear, logical progression from basics to calculus-ready concepts. - β€’ **Endorsed by Experts & Peers:** Highly rated (#9 in Geometry) and recommended by math professors worldwide for serious learners. - β€’ **Flexible Self-Paced Learning:** Ideal for motivated millennials who want to control their learning journey and avoid falling behind. - β€’ **Foundation for Future Success:** Builds a rock-solid base in algebra, geometry, and linear algebra essential for advanced STEM fields. ## Overview Basic Mathematics by Serge Lang is a rigorously crafted used textbook that covers 3-4 years of high school math with a focus on proofs and problem-solving. It prepares students for calculus and higher-level math by developing a deep understanding of algebra, geometry, and linear algebra. Perfect for self-motivated learners aiming to build a strong foundation and think like a mathematician. ## Description This text in basic mathematics is ideal for high school or college students. It provides a firm foundation in basic principles of mathematics and thereby acts as a springboard into calculus, linear algebra and other more advanced topics. The information is clearly presented, and the author develops concepts in such a manner to show how one subject matter can relate and evolve into another. Review: Thinking About High School Math as a Mathematician - This is a book that covers high school math as if you were going to major in math in college. It covers everything up to introductory calculus with the exception of sequence and series. There are fantastic chapters on introductory linear algebra, functions, and mappings that teach you the jargon and mindset of a math major in college. Even if you're not a math major or going to major in math, this book is a great, focused approach to 3-4 years of high school math. The problems are a mix of standard calculations, more challenging problems that require the knowledge of multiple chapters, and proofs. The proofs are especially good problems as 1) they are simple and direct and 2) are a good introduction to proofs for higher level math classes because they occur in a variety of chapters that are commonly the same subjects that a proofs class in college would cover. I wish I had this book as a junior in high school. It's a rigorous yet comprehensible review of math that will not only prepare you for calculus, but also higher level math classes in how it gets you to think like a mathemetician. Along with a book like Sheldon Axler's Precalculus (whose problem sets are by far the best for any precalculus textbook), you'll be incredibly well-prepared for calculus. Review: Legitimate book, great for self study. - This book is ultimately for creating a strong foundation for calculus. "Basic" mathematics can be used lightly, as it's still relatively challenging, but by no means difficult. You'll spend time trying to understand proofs (by the way, he doest an excellent job of incoorporating proofs into the learning process, which is extremely necessary if you want to fully understand math) and figuring out some of the more challenging exercise problems, but the book is by no means painful to go through. I'll be a junior in high school next year, and was recommended studying this book by a math professor in Belgium (yes, really). The biggest thing to know about math, at least in the earlier levels, is that it is cumulative. You will be absolutely and forever f'ed if you go into Calculus with hardly any knowledge of algebra. That's why, if you find yourself struggling in math, or need to strengthen your foundations, you need to go throuh this book. It's excellent for self studying, which is what I'm currently doing this summer. When you take this book on at your own pace, and can spend more time on each section as required, and breeze through other sections that you have a firm grasp on, you'll find yourself enjoying the book. Serge Lang was an excellent mathematician (was... only because he is dead) and his books are well written and devoted to helping you understand the material. Remember though, that just because the book claims to be covering basic mathematics, that you won't be challenged. It can be tough, and especially when you're at the high school level, the mathematics won't seem like they're "basic", but more like, "hey, I just learned that last year/this year/whenever." It's ultimately a wonderful book if you're looking to strengthen the foundation of your mathematic ability, and Lang also includes a brief section after the first chapter about how you should logically examine math, which is invaluable. Math, to a lot of people, is pointless and not fun. It's that way because of botched U.S. public education, a lack of good/inspiring math teachers, and partly due to a lack of motivation in students. Pick up this book, maybe make a schedule for it, and just sit down and DO math. After a while, you'll start to see the beauty of something that is so logical and amazing, something that has been the collective work of various genius human minds, collaborating to further mathematics, that you'll pick up a passion for math. Math is almost like a language. You can choose to go through life in ignorance, sitting by and listening to others communicate with eachother, looking on in awe, wondering what beautiful and inspiring things they could be saying, or you can sit down, get to work, and be right there with them, able to communicate in a logical and correct language that governs the universe. ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #29,113 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #9 in Geometry #20 in Geometry & Topology (Books) #22 in Algebra & Trigonometry | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 199 Reviews | ## Images ![Basic Mathematics - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/515t1sJlmvL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thinking About High School Math as a Mathematician *by T***S on September 28, 2025* This is a book that covers high school math as if you were going to major in math in college. It covers everything up to introductory calculus with the exception of sequence and series. There are fantastic chapters on introductory linear algebra, functions, and mappings that teach you the jargon and mindset of a math major in college. Even if you're not a math major or going to major in math, this book is a great, focused approach to 3-4 years of high school math. The problems are a mix of standard calculations, more challenging problems that require the knowledge of multiple chapters, and proofs. The proofs are especially good problems as 1) they are simple and direct and 2) are a good introduction to proofs for higher level math classes because they occur in a variety of chapters that are commonly the same subjects that a proofs class in college would cover. I wish I had this book as a junior in high school. It's a rigorous yet comprehensible review of math that will not only prepare you for calculus, but also higher level math classes in how it gets you to think like a mathemetician. Along with a book like Sheldon Axler's Precalculus (whose problem sets are by far the best for any precalculus textbook), you'll be incredibly well-prepared for calculus. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Legitimate book, great for self study. *by F***E on July 6, 2012* This book is ultimately for creating a strong foundation for calculus. "Basic" mathematics can be used lightly, as it's still relatively challenging, but by no means difficult. You'll spend time trying to understand proofs (by the way, he doest an excellent job of incoorporating proofs into the learning process, which is extremely necessary if you want to fully understand math) and figuring out some of the more challenging exercise problems, but the book is by no means painful to go through. I'll be a junior in high school next year, and was recommended studying this book by a math professor in Belgium (yes, really). The biggest thing to know about math, at least in the earlier levels, is that it is cumulative. You will be absolutely and forever f'ed if you go into Calculus with hardly any knowledge of algebra. That's why, if you find yourself struggling in math, or need to strengthen your foundations, you need to go throuh this book. It's excellent for self studying, which is what I'm currently doing this summer. When you take this book on at your own pace, and can spend more time on each section as required, and breeze through other sections that you have a firm grasp on, you'll find yourself enjoying the book. Serge Lang was an excellent mathematician (was... only because he is dead) and his books are well written and devoted to helping you understand the material. Remember though, that just because the book claims to be covering basic mathematics, that you won't be challenged. It can be tough, and especially when you're at the high school level, the mathematics won't seem like they're "basic", but more like, "hey, I just learned that last year/this year/whenever." It's ultimately a wonderful book if you're looking to strengthen the foundation of your mathematic ability, and Lang also includes a brief section after the first chapter about how you should logically examine math, which is invaluable. Math, to a lot of people, is pointless and not fun. It's that way because of botched U.S. public education, a lack of good/inspiring math teachers, and partly due to a lack of motivation in students. Pick up this book, maybe make a schedule for it, and just sit down and DO math. After a while, you'll start to see the beauty of something that is so logical and amazing, something that has been the collective work of various genius human minds, collaborating to further mathematics, that you'll pick up a passion for math. Math is almost like a language. You can choose to go through life in ignorance, sitting by and listening to others communicate with eachother, looking on in awe, wondering what beautiful and inspiring things they could be saying, or you can sit down, get to work, and be right there with them, able to communicate in a logical and correct language that governs the universe. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent A+ *by Y***1 on January 1, 2026* Fantastic read lots to learn. ## Frequently Bought Together - Basic Mathematics - How to Prove It: A Structured Approach - Proofs: A Long-Form Mathematics Textbook (The Long-Form Math Textbook Series) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pe/products/8855224-basic-mathematics](https://www.desertcart.pe/products/8855224-basic-mathematics) --- *Product available on Desertcart Peru* *Store origin: PE* *Last updated: 2026-06-15*