A First Course in Discrete Mathematics (Springer Undergraduate Mathematics Series) (Paperback)

by Ian Anderson (Author) "In this chapter we introduce the basic counting methods, the factorial function and the binomial coefficients..." (more)
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Textbook providing an accessible introduction to discrete mathematics and related topics, for undergraduate and graduate mathematics students. Topics covered include finite projective planes, the inclusion-exclusion principle, latin squares, the menage problem, and magic squares. Softcover. DLC: Mathematics.

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• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 1 edition (December 12, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1852332360
• ISBN-13: 978-1852332365
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,021,128 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Concise and non-trivial, May 20, 2004

By	W Boudville (Terra, Sol 3) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

Discrete maths underpins most of modern cryptography and information theory. Quite different from continuum maths like calculus that a student might already be familiar with. Here, Anderson provides us with a concise introduction to the subject, that assumes no prior coursework in this field.

He manages in a short text to cover a wide range of reasonably advanced issues, like the finite projective planes and magic squares. In keeping with many of the Springer maths texts, the level of analysis is not trivial. (Not a Dummy's book!) Still, with careful attention, a competent student should be able to assimilate these ideas.