An Introduction to Logic Programming Through Prolog (Prentice Hall International Series in Computer Science) [Textbook Binding]

J. M. Spivey (Author), Michael Spivey (Author)

Book Description

Series: Prentice Hall International Series in Computer Science | Publication Date: March 5, 1996

This is one of the few texts that combines three essential theses in the study of logic programming: the logic that gives logic programs their unique character: the practice of programming effectively using the logic; and the efficient implementation of logic programming on computers. The book begins with a gentle introduction to logic programming using a number of simple examples, followed by a concise and self-contained account of the logic behind Prolog programming. This leads to a discussion of methods of writing programs so that the process of deriving anwers from them is as efficient as possible. The techniques are illustrated by practical examples and the final part of the book explains how logic programming can be implented efficiently. It includes source code for a small but Complete Prolog implementation written in Pascal. The implementation is capable of running all the programs presented in the book, and is available via the Internet.

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From the Publisher

Logic Programming has increasing significance in computer science beyond the current fashion for expert systems. This book presents logic programming in the wider context of software engineering.

From the Back Cover

Using theory as a foundation for practical programming, this book presents the theory of logic programming with clear proofs, extended examples, and implementation techniques. It covers logical theory, practical programming, and the structure of a simple Prolog implementation.

For software engineers and programmers.Previously announced in 12/93 PTR Catalog.

Product Details

• Textbook Binding: 352 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 1 edition (March 5, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0135360471
• ISBN-13: 978-0135360477
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.7 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,652,995 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #17 in Books > Computers & Technology > Programming > Languages & Tools > Prolog

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5.0 out of 5 stars This is a very very useful book for beginners., March 27, 2000

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This review is from: An Introduction to Logic Programming Through Prolog (Prentice Hall International Series in Computer Science) (Textbook Binding)

The book is useful to everyone interested in the subject of Logic Programming. It contains all aspects of Logic Programming in a clear and highly comprehensive manner. The concepts of SLD-resolution, negation as failure and many others have been presented so lucidly that a person with almost no knowledge in the subject can read them like stories. I liked the chapter of hardware simulation very much. I strongly recommend the book at least to those who have already made up their minds to switch to another subject. Readers may just look at the book once to verify my words.