Hex Strategy by Cameron Browne - 9781138427600

CRC Press

Hex is a classic board game and this title provides a look at the game, from its history and mathematical underpinnings to discussions of advanced playing techniques. It is a book on strategy, and provides the knowledge to play the game at any level desired. > Hex Strategy is the first book to offer a comprehensive look at the game of Hex, from its history and mathematical underpinnings to discussions of advanced playing techniques. This is first and foremost a book on strategy aimed at providing sufficient knowledge to play the game at any level desired. Numerous examples illustrate an algorithmic approach to the game. Hex Strategy is a book for board game enthusiasts, recreational mathematicians and programmers, or simply those who enjoy games and puzzles. > Preface -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 The Game of Hex -- 1.2 Rules of Play -- 1.3 History -- 1.4 Nature of the Game -- 1.5 The Shannon Switching Game -- 1.6 Current Literature -- 1.7 Board Representations -- Summary -- 2 Adjac.