PIERCE: An Introduction to Information Theory: Symbols, Signals (Dover, 1980)

Description: TITLE: An Introduction to Information Theory: Symbols, Signals and Noise AUTHOR: Pierce, John R. AUTHOR 2 (if applicable): n/a AUTHOR 3 (if applicable): n/a ILLUSTRATOR (if applicable): n/a PUBLISHER: Dover Publications, Inc., Date: 1980 ISBN: 0486240614 FORMAT: Paperback, 320 pages EDITION: Second, Revised Edition (1980) PRINTING [if applicable]: Unstated Printing (c. 1990) BOOK CONDITION: Very Good JACKET CONDITION: No Jacket (As Issued) DIMENSIONS (if available): 8.50 x 5.50 x 0.75 in. approx. KEYWORDS: Introduction to Information Theory Symbols Signals Noise, John R. Pierce, Dover Publications DESCRIPTION: From the back cover: Behind the familiar surfaces of the telephone, radio, and television lies a sophisticated and intriguing body of knowledge known as information theory. This is the theory that has permitted the rapid development of all sorts of communication, from color television to the clear transmission of photographs from the vicinity of Jupiter. Even more revolutionary progress is expected in the future. To give a solid introduction to this burgeoning field, J. R. Pierce has revised his well-received 1961 study of information theory for an up-to-date second edition. Beginning with the origins of the field, Dr. Pierce follows the brilliant formulations of Claude Shannon and describes such aspects of the subject as encoding and binary digits, entropy, language and meaning, efficient encoding, and the noisy channel. He then goes beyond the strict confines of the topic to explore the ways in which information theory relates to physics, cybernetics, psychology, and art. Mathematical formulas are introduced at the appropriate points for the benefit of serious students. A glossary of terms and an appendix on mathematical notation are provided to help the less mathematically sophisticated. troduced at the appropriate points for the benefit of serious students. A glossary of terme and an appendix on mathematical notation are provided to help the less mathematically sophisticated. J. K. Pierce worked for many years at the Bell Telephone Laboratories, where he became Director of Research in Communications Principles. He is currently affiliated with the engineering department of the California Institute of Technology. While his background is impeccable, Dr, Pierce also роввевев an engaging writing style that makes his book all the more welcome. An Introduction to Information Theory continues to be the most impressive non-technical account available and a fascinating introduction to the subject for laymen. CONDITION: Covers in good condition, slight discolouration / ageing along the bottom edges (see photos), slight nick/indentation on the spine, slight sticker residue on the upper left front cover, light edge-wear, old Borders price sticker over the barcode on lower right rear corner. Contents appear clean and unmarked. Price sticker is from Borders number 23, formerly in Overland Park, KS, and was shipped to the store on 14 July 1993. FROM THE BOOKSELLER: Thank you for visiting the Dactyl Books eBay Store! We are a virtual second-hand and antiquarian reseller of books specialising in History, Science, Literature, and Mystery & Detective Fiction, but we have a little bit of everything in our stocks! We are listing new items all the time, but if you are looking for a specific title or edition, don't hesitate to send it on to us and we will be glad to check and give you an opinion on how best to find your desired title. NOTES ON EDITIONS: We use a number of resources to attempt to determine the edition of the book that we are listing. My most frequently referenced resource is Zempel and Verkler's "First Editions: A Guide to Identification," although we also use other internet sources and make comparisons with listings we find on various internet sites. We strive to be extremely careful and diligent in describing our listings, but if you receive a book and don't feel that it's quite what you ordered, please contact us through the "Contact Seller" link to see what we can do for you. To avoid the chances of this happening, if you have a question about a book or other item, or would like to see additional photos, please use the "Contact Seller" link in the item description and let us know what you need. We will do our best to answer your questions *before* any sale. TERMS & ABBREVIATIONS IN OUR LISTINGS: For your convenience, here is a list of terms and abbreviations that we commonly use in listings: IBC: Inside Back CoverIBEP: Inside Back End PaperIFC: Inside Front CoverIFEP: Inside Front End PaperText-Block: The body of the book contained between the covers. Thanks for your interest in Dactyl Books!

Price: 8.49 USD

Location: Kansas City, Missouri

End Time: 2025-01-11T17:44:05.000Z

Shipping Cost: 4.63 USD