More Games of No Chance

Richard Nowakowski (Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia)

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Cambridge University Press
30 January 2003

Combinatorics & graph theory

Series: Mathematical Sciences Research Institute Publications

This is a state-of-the-art look at combinatorial games - games not involving chance or hidden information. It contains a fascinating collection of articles by some of the top names in the field, such as Elwyn Berlekamp and John Conway, plus other researchers in mathematics and computer science, together with some top game players. The articles run the gamut from new theoretical approaches (infinite games, generalizations of game values, 2-player cellular automata, Alpha-Beta pruning under partial orders) to the very latest in some of the hottest games (Amazons, Chomp, Dot-and-Boxes, Go, Chess, Hex). Many of these advances reflect the interplay of the computer science and the mathematics. The book ends with an updated bibliography by A. Fraenkel and an updated and annotated list of combinatorial game theory problems by R. K. Guy. Like its predecessor, Games of No Chance, this should be on the shelf of all serious combinatorial games enthusiasts.

Edited by: Richard Nowakowski (Dalhousie University Nova Scotia)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: 42
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 30mm
Weight: 940g
ISBN: 9780521808323
ISBN 10: 0521808324
Series: Mathematical Sciences Research Institute Publications
Pages: 548
Publication Date: 30 January 2003
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for More Games of No Chance

"""Combinatorial games provide the teacher with a creative means to allow students to explore mathematical ideas and develop problem-solving skills. While the rules are simple, there are rich mathematical theories underlying these games. Students are puzzled at first, and seem to make random moves. By encouraging them to start with simple games with a small number of pieces and then gradually increase the complexity, students are able to formulate and test their own theories for strategic solutions."" S. Wali Abdi, School Science and Mathematics"