Mathematical Games and How to Play Them by Steven Vajda (English) Paperback Book

Description: Mathematical Games and How to Play Them by Steven Vajda This book uses methods of algebra, geometry, combinatorics, number theory, and graph theory to analyze the rules and theories of mathematical games and to offer winning strategies. 1992 edition. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This refreshingly authoritative look at recreational mathematics illustrates winning strategies that use the methods of algebra, geometry, number theory, combinatorics, and graph theory. Its lucid analyses of the rules and theories of mathematical games include skill-enhancing exercises, in addition to detailed references, appendixes, and question-and-answer expositions that explain the basic theories.Serious but not heavy-handed, this treatment covers games for one and two players, a theory of games, and rankings. Games in which chance plays a part, such as card games, are not considered. The accessible and appealing approach does not require an extensive background in mathematics. A source of stimulation for students, this volume will also interest practicing and aspiring mathematicians and offer inspiration and encouragement for the invention of new games.Steven Vajda was born in Budapest in 1901 and died in England in 1995. For the last twenty-two years of his life, he was Visiting Professor of Mathematics at Sussex University. As a prominent teacher, lecturer, and author, he played a vital role in the development of mathematical programming and operations research and wrote more than a dozen books and many research papers on these and other topics including game theory. Table of Contents Preface Solitaires Games for two players A theory of games Tournaments and rankings (solutions to exercises) Linear programming and the theory of games Permutation groups Fibonacci numbers A little graph theory Termination games are equivalent to Nim References Dictionary of games Index Long Description This refreshingly authoritative look at recreational mathematics illustrates winning strategies that use the methods of algebra, geometry, combinatorics, number theory, graph theory, and other branches of mathematics. Its lucid analyses of the rules and theories of mathematical games include skill-enhancing exercises, plus references, appendixes, and detailed explanations. 1992 edition. Details ISBN0486462773 Author Steven Vajda Short Title MATHEMATICAL GAMES & HT PLAY T Series Dover Books on Mathematics Language English ISBN-10 0486462773 ISBN-13 9780486462776 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 519.3 Imprint Dover Publications Inc. Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States DOI 10.1604/9780486462776 UK Release Date 2008-01-25 AU Release Date 2008-01-25 NZ Release Date 2008-01-25 US Release Date 2008-01-25 Pages 144 Publisher Dover Publications Inc. Year 2008 Publication Date 2008-01-25 Illustrations Illustrations, unspecified Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:77902442;

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