Discrete Mathematics: Mathematical Reasoning and Proof with Puzzles, Patterns, and Games

by Douglas E. Ensley, J. Winston Crawley

These active and well-known authors have come together to create a fresh, innovative, and timely approach to Discrete Math.  One innovation uses several major threads to help weave core topics into a cohesive whole.  Throughout the book the application of mathematical reasoning is emphasized to solve problems while the authors guide the student in thinking about, reading, and writing proofs in a wide variety of contexts.  Another important content thread, as the sub-title implies, is the focus on mathematical puzzles, games and magic tricks to engage students.

704 pages, Hardcover

First published October 7, 2005

Reviews

[Grant · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is my discrete math text book. It's layout is, surprisingly, not very logical for a book about logic.

[Kevin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Who doesn't like Discrete Mathematics?