Lambda-Calculus and Combinators : An Introduction Hardback
by J. Roger (University of Wales, Swansea) Hindley, Jonathan P. (University of Lethbridge, Alberta) Seldin
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Combinatory logic and lambda-calculus, originally devised in the 1920s, have since developed into linguistic tools, especially useful in programming languages.
The authors' previous book served as the main reference for introductory courses on lambda-calculus for over 20 years: this version is thoroughly revised and offers an account of the subject with the same authoritative exposition.
The grammar and basic properties of both combinatory logic and lambda-calculus are discussed, followed by an introduction to type-theory.
Typed and untyped versions of the systems, and their differences, are covered.
Lambda-calculus models, which lie behind much of the semantics of programming languages, are also explained in depth.
The treatment is as non-technical as possible, with the main ideas emphasized and illustrated by examples.
Many exercises are included, from routine to advanced, with solutions to most at the end of the book.
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- Format:Hardback
- Pages:358 pages, Worked examples or Exercises; 1 Tables, unspecified; 10 Line drawings, unspecified
- Publisher:Cambridge University Press
- Publication Date:24/07/2008
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- ISBN:9780521898850
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Out of StockMore expected soonContact us for further information
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:358 pages, Worked examples or Exercises; 1 Tables, unspecified; 10 Line drawings, unspecified
- Publisher:Cambridge University Press
- Publication Date:24/07/2008
- Category:
- ISBN:9780521898850