Pearls in Graph Theory: A Comprehensive Introduction
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| Rating | : | 4.71 (921 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0123285534 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 249 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The examples used always illustrate the ideas accurately and enhance the readers understanding of the material presented. This innovative, introductory text beginning with elementary concepts covers most traditional topicsbut also has clear exposition of unusual and more advanced topics, like the Oberwolfach Problem, infinite graphs, and magicgraphs. The exercises are extensiveand chosen so that they provide the student with an opportunity both to apply the ideas introduced in the text and, in some cases, to be motivated to further study.I found the book a joy to read; and, since it covers a variety of interesting subjects,some in greater depth than can be found in most other books, many graph theorists will welcome it to their library.--NSIAM REVIEW 12/1991Who needs another book on graph theory? I do, if it is a book as refreshingly different as --AMERICAN MATHEMATICAL MONTHLY 11/1991An excelle
Unlike most texts on graph theory, this book is written in an informal style suitable for students in a variety of disciplines, though mathematics majors will find the material of sufficient depth and challenge. Improved by more than a dozen new exercises, an augmented section on labeling, the simplification of many proofs, and corrections suggested by classroom users and reviewers, this delightful text on graph theory retains and strengthens the appealing features of the original edition. Covering major topics and theorems in graph theory, the text provides students with a solid foundation while keeping the material enjoyably accessible and entertaining. The only requirement is some mathematical maturity, about the level attained by a successful calculus student. Features over two-dozen
A book on graph theory Pearls in graph theory begins informally and at an elementary level, suitable for a substantial freshman-sophomore course. After intuitive introductions, concepts and theory are developed with increasing depth, leading into material for a good intermediate-level course. Included also are appropiate open conjetures on, for example the Oberwohlfach problem, magic and antimagic graphs, and colorings of "earth-moon" maps. In addition, for me the final three chapters are a splendid, enticingly elementary yet comprehensive intr