Handbook of Discrete and Combinatorial Mathematics, Second Edition (Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications) [Hardcover]

Kenneth H. Rosen (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0849301491 | ISBN-13: 978-0849301490 | Publication Date: September 28, 1999 | Edition: 1

The importance of discrete mathematics has increased dramatically within the last few years but until now, it has been difficult-if not impossible-to find a single reference book that effectively covers the subject. To fill that void, The Handbook of Discrete and Combinatorial Mathematics presents a comprehensive collection of ready reference material for all of the important areas of discrete mathematics, including those essential to its applications in computer science and engineering. Its topics include:

Logic and foundations

Counting

Number theory

Abstract and linear algebra

Probability

Graph theory

Networks and optimization

Cryptography and coding

Combinatorial designs
The author presents the material in a simple, uniform way, and emphasizes what is useful and practical. For easy reference, he incorporates into the text:

Many glossaries of important terms

Lists of important theorems and formulas

Numerous examples that illustrate terms and concepts

Helpful descriptions of algorithms

Summary tables

Citations of Web pages that supplement the text
If you have ever had to find information from discrete mathematics in your work-or just out of curiosity-you probably had to search through a variety of books to find it. Never again. The Handbook of Discrete Mathematics is now available and has virtually everything you need-everything important to both theory and practice.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1232 pages
• Publisher: CRC Press; 1 edition (September 28, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0849301491
• ISBN-13: 978-0849301490
• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.1 x 2.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #858,332 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, April 16, 2004

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This review is from: Handbook of Discrete and Combinatorial Mathematics, Second Edition (Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications) (Hardcover)

At the university I am attending Johnsonbaugh's book was a required text for a subject introducing discrete mathematics. Unfortunately, like many others it seems, I was less than impressed with the books ability 'teach', or even reinforce what we had just studied in lectures. I went looking for another book, not so much as a replacement for Johnsonbaugh's book, but as an additional reference/study aid.

Since owning this book I've found myself turning to it for explanations and examples over the required text. Almost every section lists definitions of terms, a bunch of useful facts and fully worked examples. Explanations and examples are clear and concise, while the facts often help to understand the process involved before getting into the examples.

I'd like to stress that this is certainly no replacement for a text book in discrete/combinatorial mathematics, however it is marvelous to have by your side to provide additional help through problem areas.

7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazingly comprehensive, January 6, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Handbook of Discrete and Combinatorial Mathematics, Second Edition (Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications) (Hardcover)

This book will occupy a prime spot on my bookshelf. I've had to use a bunch of different books to find this kind of information before. It's nice to see such a wide range of topics from discrete math covered so thoroughly.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the book you need . . . stop searching and buy it!, February 8, 2011

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Jay "The Middle-Aged Student" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Handbook of Discrete and Combinatorial Mathematics, Second Edition (Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications) (Hardcover)

I had to use Johnsonbaugh's book as it was required for my course. During my course I searched for many other references to help with my understanding. I was fortunate to have a great professor, that I'm sure could have taught the course with any book. I knew that I needed a better book though for future reference (I keep all my textbooks, later on in life I know how to find what I need to refresh the memory!).

This book by Rosen was the best! I can use it as a desk reference and will refer back to it often over the years. It has been a great reference too for the computer programming courses and as a supplement for Logic courses.

If you know you need a Discrete Mathematics book, have been searching the Internet looking for the right one (they are all expensive)and you want to make sure you get one you will be able to use after your course for a reference manual, this is the book you need.