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Polyominoes: Puzzles, Patterns, Problems, and Packings - Revised and Expanded Second Edition
Solomon W. Golomb
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Description for Polyominoes: Puzzles, Patterns, Problems, and Packings - Revised and Expanded Second Edition
Paperback. This work looks at polyominoes, invented by Solomon Golomb, which have contributed to the study of combinatorial geometry and tiling theory. This work takes readers on a mathematical journey through the world of the polyomino. Series: Princeton Science Library. Num Pages: 198 pages, 200 line illustrations, 5 tables. BIC Classification: PBM; PBP; PBV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 230 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 332.
Inspiring popular video games like Tetris while contributing to the study of combinatorial geometry and tiling theory, polyominoes have continued to spark interest ever since their inventor, Solomon Golomb, introduced them to puzzle enthusiasts several decades ago. In this fully revised and expanded edition of his landmark book, the author takes a new generation of readers on a mathematical journey into the world of the deceptively simple polyomino. Golomb incorporates important, recent developments, and poses problems, inviting the reader to play with and develop an understanding of the extraordinary properties of polyominoes.
Inspiring popular video games like Tetris while contributing to the study of combinatorial geometry and tiling theory, polyominoes have continued to spark interest ever since their inventor, Solomon Golomb, introduced them to puzzle enthusiasts several decades ago. In this fully revised and expanded edition of his landmark book, the author takes a new generation of readers on a mathematical journey into the world of the deceptively simple polyomino. Golomb incorporates important, recent developments, and poses problems, inviting the reader to play with and develop an understanding of the extraordinary properties of polyominoes.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
Series
Princeton Science Library
Number of Pages
198
Place of Publication
New Jersey, United States
ISBN
9780691024448
SKU
V9780691024448
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About Solomon W. Golomb
Solomon W. Golomb, University Professor at the University of Southern California, teaches in the Departments of Mathematics and Electrical Engineering, invents mathematical puzzles, and publishes in many areas of science and technology.
Reviews for Polyominoes: Puzzles, Patterns, Problems, and Packings - Revised and Expanded Second Edition
"The book covers all areas, both beginner and expert, thoroughly. Hundreds of diagrams illustrate the detailed, clearly written texts... A classic. From a simple idea, Golomb has created a ... science."
Colin Singleton, New Scientist "One of the most eagerly anticipated second editions in the history of mathematics, [Polyominoes] was worth it... Truly a jewel in the crown of mathematical royalty, ... Read more
Colin Singleton, New Scientist "One of the most eagerly anticipated second editions in the history of mathematics, [Polyominoes] was worth it... Truly a jewel in the crown of mathematical royalty, ... Read more