The Fascinating World of Graph Theory

Arthur Benjamin, Gary Chartrand, Ping Zhang

ISBN 10: 0691175632 / ISBN 13: 9780691175638

Published by Princeton University Press, US, 2017

About this Item

Graph theory goes back several centuries and revolves around the study of graphs--mathematical structures showing relations between objects. With applications in biology, computer science, transportation science, and other areas, graph theory encompasses some of the most beautiful formulas in mathematics--and some of its most famous problems. The Fascinating World of Graph Theory explores the questions and puzzles that have been studied, and often solved, through graph theory. This book looks at graph theory's development and the vibrant individuals responsible for the field's growth. Introducing fundamental concepts, the authors explore a diverse plethora of classic problems such as the Lights Out Puzzle, and each chapter contains math exercises for readers to savor. An eye-opening journey into the world of graphs, The Fascinating World of Graph Theory offers exciting problem-solving possibilities for mathematics and beyond.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Fascinating World of Graph Theory
• Publisher: Princeton University Press, US
• Publication Date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0691175632
• ISBN 13: 9780691175638
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 595 grams

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Synopsis

The history, formulas, and most famous puzzles of graph theory

Graph theory goes back several centuries and revolves around the study of graphs―mathematical structures showing relations between objects. With applications in biology, computer science, transportation science, and other areas, graph theory encompasses some of the most beautiful formulas in mathematics―and some of its most famous problems. The Fascinating World of Graph Theory explores the questions and puzzles that have been studied, and often solved, through graph theory. This book looks at graph theory's development and the vibrant individuals responsible for the field's growth. Introducing fundamental concepts, the authors explore a diverse plethora of classic problems such as the Lights Out Puzzle, and each chapter contains math exercises for readers to savor. An eye-opening journey into the world of graphs, The Fascinating World of Graph Theory offers exciting problem-solving possibilities for mathematics and beyond.

About the Author

Arthur Benjamin is professor of mathematics at Harvey Mudd College. Gary Chartrand is professor emeritus of mathematics at Western Michigan University. Ping Zhang is professor of mathematics at Western Michigan University.