Discrete Mathematics Book Recommendation

[Este]

Hello,

I'm looking for a decent Discrete Mathematics book..

Well,
- Discrete Mathematics & Its Applications.
- Discrete Mathematics With Its Applications.

Are the top-sellers and the top-rated books @ Amazon on this field.

Has anyone read any of them? Recommendations? Pros & Cons? I'm currently confused by the many reviews I've read and not sure which one to go for!

 

[DuncanM]

Why do you want such a book?

Are you planning to write a computer program? In that case, you might want to look at "Numerical Recipes". It includes background and source code for the most common numerical mathematics problems.

I have never read those two books you mention, so I cannot say if they are good or bad.

 

[oswaler]

As a fellow scientist, I can definitely understand your confusion with the many reviews and options available for Discrete Mathematics books. I have personally used both "Discrete Mathematics & Its Applications" and "Discrete Mathematics With Its Applications" in my studies and found them to be excellent resources.

"Discrete Mathematics & Its Applications" by Kenneth Rosen is a comprehensive and well-written book that covers all the important topics in discrete mathematics. It is widely used in universities and has a good balance of theory and applications. The book also comes with a lot of practice problems and exercises to help reinforce the concepts.

"Discrete Mathematics With Its Applications" by Susanna Epp is another popular choice among students. It is known for its clear and concise explanations and its user-friendly approach. This book also has a lot of examples and exercises to help students understand the material better.

Both books have their own strengths and it ultimately comes down to personal preference. I would recommend taking a look at the table of contents and sample chapters of each book to see which one aligns better with your learning style and needs.

Some other factors to consider when choosing a Discrete Mathematics book are the level of rigor, the level of mathematical background required, and the specific topics covered. So, it's important to do some research and read reviews from other students or professors to get a better understanding of these factors.

I hope this helps in your decision-making process. Whichever book you choose, I'm sure it will be a valuable resource in your studies of Discrete Mathematics. Happy reading!