Mathematical Games and How to Play Them - (Dover Books on Mathematics) by Steven Vajda (Paperback)

This book offers a unique approach to mathematical games by combining methods of algebra, geometry, combinatorics, number theory, and graph theory to provide winning strategies for various games.

The author provides lucid analyses of the rules and theories of mathematical games, along with skill-enhancing exercises and detailed references.

This comprehensive guide covers games for one and two players, as well as a theory of games and rankings.

Whether you're a student or a practicing mathematician, this book will provide inspiration and encouragement for inventing new games while also offering a refreshingly authoritative look at recreational mathematics.