Algebraic Combinatorics on Words
Edition: 1st edition
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: April 15, 2002
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 518
ISBN-13: 9780521812207
Subjects: Algebra; Combinatorics & graph theory; Mathematics; Combinatorial Analysis; Science/Mathematics; General; Mathematics / General; Mathematics / Probability; Medical-General; Algebra - Abstract; Combinatorics; Word problems (Mathematics)
First sentence: The aim of this chapter is to provide an introduction to several concepts used elsewhere in the book.
Description: Combinatorics on words has arisen independently within several branches of mathematics, for instance number theory, group theory and probability, and appears frequently in problems related to theoretical computer science. The first unified treatment of the area was given in Lothaire's book Combinatorics on Words. Originally published in 2002, this book presents several more topics and provides deeper insights into subjects discussed in the previous volume. An introductory chapter provides the reader with all the necessary background material. There are numerous examples, full proofs whenever possible and a notes section discussing further developments in the area. This book is both a comprehensive introduction to the subject and a valuable reference source for researchers.