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Book Title: Teaching Mathematics: Toward A Sound Alternative
Item Length: 8.5in
Item Height: 1in
Item Width: 5.5in
Author: Brent Davis
Publication Name: Teaching Mathematics : Toward a Sound Alternative
Format: Uk-B Format Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Routledge
Publication Year: 1996
Series: Critical Education Practice Ser.
Type: Textbook
Item Weight: 18.5 Oz
Number of Pages: 356 Pages
