As in his other versions of Calculus, Stewart clarifies complex concepts, encourages creative thinking, and emphasizes problem solving. He treats students as participants in learning calculus, and inspires them to focus on mathematical reasoning, rather that rote memorization. Concise opening descriptions, linking summaries, and careful definitions help students minimize confusion and grasp ideas. At the same time, Stewart's emphasis on the creative aspects of calculus leads students beyond the basic process of learning theorems, axioms, and proofs. New to this edition are the challenging Problems Plus and Applications Plus sections, and a more flexible organization. This book should be of interest to students studying engineering, science, and mathematics.