Surreal Numbers
D. E. Knuth
ISBN 10: 0201038129 ISBN 13: 9780201038125
Published by Addison-Wesley Publishing Company, Inc., 1974
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First Edition, First Printing. Published by Addison-Wesley Publishing Company, Inc., 1974. Octavo. Paperback. Book is very good. Previous owner name on flyleaf. Seller Inventory # 538324
Synopsis:
Shows how a young couple turned on to pure mathematics and found total happiness. This title is intended for those who might enjoy an engaging dialogue on abstract mathematical ideas, and those who might wish to experience how new mathematics is created.
About the Author:
Donald E. Knuth is known throughout the world for his pioneering work on algorithms and programming techniques, for his invention of the Tex and Metafont systems for computer typesetting, and for his prolific and influential writing. Professor Emeritus of The Art of Computer Programming at Stanford University, he currently devotes full time to the completion of these fascicles and the seven volumes to which they belong.
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Bibliographic Details
Title: Surreal Numbers
Publisher: Addison-Wesley Publishing Company, Inc.
Publication Date: 1974
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Edition: First Edition.