Description
This book develops the theory of partitions. Simply put, the partitions of a number are the ways of writing that number as sums of positive integers. For example, the five partitions of 4 are 4, 3+1, 2+2, 2+1+1, and 1+1+1+1. Surprisingly, such a simple matter requires some deep mathematics for its study. This book considers the many theoretical aspects of this subject, which have in turn recently found applications to statistical mechanics, computer science and other branches of mathematics. With minimal prerequisites, this book is suitable for students as well as researchers in combinatorics, analysis, and number theory.
Discusses mathematics related to partitions of numbers into sums of positive integers.
Reviews
'A good introduction to a fascinating subject ... a very pleasant book to read.' Richard Askley, Bulletin of the AMS
'There is no doubt that this book will continue to serve as a basic and indispensable source of information for everyone interested in this fascinating subject.' European Mathematical Society
Book Information
ISBN 9780521637664
Author George E. Andrews
Format Paperback
Page Count 272
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 400g
Dimensions(mm) 231mm * 152mm * 18mm
Discusses mathematics related to partitions of numbers into sums of positive integers.
Reviews
'A good introduction to a fascinating subject ... a very pleasant book to read.' Richard Askley, Bulletin of the AMS
'There is no doubt that this book will continue to serve as a basic and indispensable source of information for everyone interested in this fascinating subject.' European Mathematical Society
Book Information
ISBN 9780521637664
Author George E. Andrews
Format Paperback
Page Count 272
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 400g
Dimensions(mm) 231mm * 152mm * 18mm
