Algebra, an Elementary Text-book for the Higher Classes of Secondary Schools and for Colleges

In addition to the standard topics, this volume contains many topics not often found in an algebra book, such as inequalities, and the elements of substitution theory. Especially extensive is Chrystal's treatment of the infinite series, infinite products, and (finite and infinite) continued fractions.

Theory of Interest and Annuities Certain. § 1.] Since the mathematical theory of
interest and annuities affords the best illustration of the principles we have been
discussing in the last two chapters, we devote the present chapter to a few of the
more elementary propositions of this important practical subject. What we shall
give will be sufficient to enable the reader to form a general idea of the principles
involved. Those whose business requires a detailed knowledge of the matter
must ...