Norman Biggs' Discrete Mathematics (2nd edition, 2002), published by Oxford University Press , is a comprehensive textbook designed for undergraduate students in mathematics and computer science.
The book doesn’t just teach you how to solve a problem; it teaches you why the problem exists in a mathematical context. It bridges the gap between pure mathematics and the practical needs of a computer scientist. Norman Biggs is a renowned mathematician, and his
Statements, proofs, set notation, logical framework, functions, and counting. Norman Biggs is a renowned mathematician
Combinatorics is the study of counting and arranging objects in various ways. We will study the basic principles of combinatorics and how they can be used to solve problems. Biggs writes with a concise
Norman Biggs is a renowned mathematician, and his association with the London School of Economics (LSE) and Oxford University Press brings a distinct flavor to the text. Unlike many American textbooks that can feel overly "flashy" or diluted with endless exercises, Biggs writes with a concise, British academic precision.