Recursion via Pascal (Cambridge Computer Science Texts) [Paperback]

Rohl (Author)

Book Description

Series: Cambridge Computer Science Texts | Publication Date: August 31, 1984

This book is devoted to recursion in programming, the technique by which the solution to a problem is expressed partly in terms of the solution to a simpler version of the same problem. Ultimately the solution to the simplest version must be given explicitly. In functional programming, recursion has received its full due since it is quite often the only repetitive construct. However, the programming language used here is Pascal and the examples have been chosen accordingly. It makes an interesting contrast with the use of recursion in functional and logic programming. The early chapters consider simple linear recursion using examples such as finding the highest common factor of a pair of numbers, and processing linked lists. Subsequent chapters move up through binary recursion, with examples which include the Towers of Hanoi problem and symbolic differentiation, to general recursion. The book contains well over 100 examples.

Editorial Reviews

Review

' ... a pleasing and useful elementary textbook on recursion. The didactic style and practical orientation of the book should encourage and enable students to master recursion ...' The Times Higher Education Supplement 'The text is well presented and the content highly readable.' Computer Bulletin

Product Details

• Paperback: 204 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (August 31, 1984)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521269342
• ISBN-13: 978-0521269346
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,971,903 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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