A Tour Through Graph Theory (Textbooks in Mathematics)

Saoub, Karin R.

ISBN 10: 1138197807 / ISBN 13: 9781138197800

Editore: Chapman and Hall/CRC, 2017

pp. 350. Codice articolo 18375136681

Riassunto:

A Tour Through Graph Theory introduces graph theory to students who are not mathematics majors. Rather than featuring formal mathematical proofs, the book focuses on explanations and logical reasoning. It also includes thoughtful discussions of historical problems and modern questions. The book inspires readers to learn by working through examples, drawing graphs and exploring concepts.

This book distinguishes itself from others covering the same topic. It strikes a balance of focusing on accessible problems for non-mathematical students while providing enough material for a semester-long course.

• Employs graph theory to teach mathematical reasoning
• Expressly written for non-mathematical students
• Promotes critical thinking and problem solving
• Provides rich examples and clear explanations without using proofs

Informazioni sull?autore:

Dr. Karin R. Saoub is an associate professor of Mathematics at Roanoke College in Salem, Virginia. She received her PhD in Mathematics from Arizona State University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wellesley College. Her research focuses on graph coloring and on-line algorithms applied to tolerance graphs.

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Titolo: A Tour Through Graph Theory (Textbooks in ...
Casa editrice: Chapman and Hall/CRC
Data di pubblicazione: 2017
Legatura: Brossura
Condizione: New