This introductory text offers an introduction to the topics included on a first year undergraduate course in mathematical economics. Oriented towards the needs of the student, the text is heavily illustrated, providing numerous exercises and examples throughout. The focus on economics is always maintained as maths is not examined for its own sake, but rather for the use it may be to an economist. This concern is reflected in the structure each section takes - it begins by questioning the need for a particular mathematical skill, examines the principles of the topic and then puts the newly acquired skill to work in the context of economics. Special features of this book include its suitability for students with a limited mathematical background, as well as the more capable, student based activities occuring throughout each chapter - to help consolidate learning along with the inclusion of exercises and chapter summaries at the end of each chapter.