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Check out the boxed set that brings together Volumes 1 - 4B in one elegant case.
The Art of Computer Programming, Volumes 1-4B Boxed Set
ISBN: 9780137935109
Art of Computer Programming, Volume 1, Fascicle 1, The: MMIX -- A RISC Computer for the New Millennium
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This multi-volume book is, for me, a masterpiece that goes far beyond just coding or algorithms or data structures, and serves as a profound exploration of algorithmic thinking and computer science's theoretical foundations, going deeply into the performance of algorithms and the behavior of data structures.
Knuth's meticulous approach, coupled with his clear and engaging prose (with occasional touches of humor) clearly explains complex concepts, and shows a deep understanding of the artistry inherent in solving computational problems.
Bill Gates said that anybody who went through all its volumes would get a job at his company, and I surely agree!…
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