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The C Programming Language

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4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 152 ratings
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Known as the bible of C, this classic bestseller introduces the C programming language and illustrates algorithms, data structures, and programming techniques.
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  1. ISBN-10
    0131101633
  2. ISBN-13
    978-0131101630
  3. Publisher
    Prentice-Hall
  4. Publication date
    January 1, 1978
  5. Language
    English
  6. Dimensions
    0.65 x 7.46 x 9.67 inches
  7. Print length
    228 pages
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Classic, bestselling introduction that teaches the language and illustrates useful algorithms, data structures and programming techniques.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Prentice-Hall (January 1, 1978)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 228 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0131101633
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0131101630
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 0.65 x 7.46 x 9.67 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 152 ratings

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Mint condition 40 year old paperback!
Book showed up in mint condition (besides obvious aging over almost 40 years! ) very pleased! No creases, marks, or any signs of handling wear.
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Kerry
5.0 out of 5 stars This is where Hello, world! come from
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2019
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Often imitated but, this is the genuine article. And, as of this writing you can still compile "K&R" C. Read this and you know C. You only need to know what's in the libraries, compile and link and the stuff works. It's the language of the Linux, Android, MacOS systems. Who knows what the hell Microsoft Windows is written in but, probably C. In fact you'll know a heck of lot more than folks who've only programmed in Python and Ruby know about the machine. In fact you won't have any trouble with Aduino's development tools. And, if you want to see how simple it is to write an extremely powerful mathematical program use C and go get the gsl library from GNU. Or, use FORTRAN, the scientists still do.
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Ethan
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good
Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2023
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Near perfect condition. Text unmarked
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Nicholas S.
5.0 out of 5 stars it's fun to imagine programmers reading this when it was originally ...
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2017
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What more can I add? This is THE classic "bible" of C, written by the gurus themselves. Yet, it is clear, extremely concise and enjoyable to read. While just as applicable today as in 1978, it's fun to imagine programmers reading this when it was originally published.
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Mark C. Cromwell
4.0 out of 5 stars Still a great quick reference, but dated
Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2013
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Many years ago, I practically memorized this little book. This was the seminal definition of the C language. It is still (even the old edition) a great introduction to the language. It is well written and surprisingly accessible, given the rather cryptic nature of the C language. I still find myself grabbing this book (1978 edition) first if I have a question. The only caution is that the C language has added some capabilities since this was first written, so you may find that some aspects of the language are not covered here. It also does not really deal with the standard libraries. The later versions of the book may have expanded and updated the coverage.
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Saporito Fausto
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect, concise and challenging
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2019
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I love the pre-ANSI C. And this small book is terrific!
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Jason Chinn
5.0 out of 5 stars Mint condition 40 year old paperback!
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2017
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Book showed up in mint condition (besides obvious aging over almost 40 years! ) very pleased! No creases, marks, or any signs of handling wear.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Mint condition 40 year old paperback!
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2017
Book showed up in mint condition (besides obvious aging over almost 40 years! ) very pleased! No creases, marks, or any signs of handling wear.
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Mike Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars No Annoying Images, Graphics, or Sidenotes
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2013
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This is a great book. All the examples are of actual, working programs and it doesn't come with distracting pictures, activities, etc. that other books try to add to make them seem more interesting. Straight, dry, practical. Awesome.
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Varsamis Antonis
5.0 out of 5 stars a must have book for every c programmer
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2019
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a must have historical book
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Jon Snow
5.0 out of 5 stars What an awesome, lucid
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 15, 2018
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I bought this book not so much for learning programming but to get my hands on a piece of computer science history,since the principles in this book underpins so much of what we do today, but it has quickly become my reference book for helping me with difficult coding problems.
What an awesome, lucid, masterful book!
Dennis Ritchie is clearly a genius.
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Tareq
5.0 out of 5 stars I would not recommend anyone to buy this book to learn C from ...
Reviewed in Canada on July 29, 2016
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I would not recommend anyone to buy this book to learn C from scratch. I would highly recommend to buy this book only for it's historic value. A big part of our modern technology stand on C and this was the beginning.
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Kuartangokoa
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfecto
Reviewed in Spain on April 16, 2016
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Es un texto fundamental y bien conocido. Una referencia obligada. El libro a pesar de ser copia usada llego en perfecto estado
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f4r4w4y
4.0 out of 5 stars Qualità indiana
Reviewed in Italy on March 10, 2015
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Il libro arriva in versione veramente economica. Nulla da eccepire in merito ai validi contenuti, che possono essere interamente fruiti anche in questa versione, ma se amate anche l'oggetto "libro" vi toccherà acquistare la costosa versione occidentale (p.s. il prezzo in rupie stampigliato sul llibro corrisponde a circa 3 euro :-)
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Amy
5.0 out of 5 stars the Bible of c programmers!!!
Reviewed in India on July 12, 2014
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if you want to master C and do not want to maintain a handbook filled with notes, buy this book!!
in such a concise package, this book covers every key point of the language.
if we see it practically, no one can remember everything all the time, and this is what they need to refer to in such cases.
the best part is that the creators of C have written it, so no chance of any ambiguity or mistake.

people do not recommend this book to beginners, but i don't see why.
even the beginners will love the interactive way in which the book is written.

you will get the paperback edition with blue cover though.
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