Combinatorial Mathematics

Book Details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press

• Author: Douglas B. West

• Language: English

• Edition: 1st Edition

• ISBN: 9781107058583

• Pages: 969

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.8 x 2.4 inches

About The Book

Introduction to Combinatorics and Discrete Mathematics by Douglas B. West is a comprehensive and long-awaited textbook that serves as an exceptional introduction to a broad range of combinatorial and discrete mathematics topics. Spanning enumeration, graphs, sets, and methods, the text masterfully blends classical results with more recent developments, making it suitable for graduate-level students in both mathematics and computer science.

The book begins with foundational material, assuming no prior exposure to combinatorics, and gradually introduces more advanced concepts. Optional advanced content further enhances its value as a research reference, providing an in-depth exploration of combinatorics at various levels of complexity. The material is organized in a way that emphasizes the connections among topics, allowing for easier instruction, self-study, and research.

With over 2200 exercises, many of which come with hints, the book offers a wide range of challenges, making it an ideal resource for students preparing for a one-year course or a one-semester introduction to combinatorics. The consistent use of notation and terminology ensures clarity and unification across topics, while the thorough bibliography, filled with thousands of citations, makes this textbook a vital resource for students and researchers alike.