The Mathematics of Games and Gambling
Edward W. Packel · Anneli Lax new mathematical library · 2006
Preface to the first edition Preface to the second edition 1. The phenomenon of gambling 2. Finite probabilities and great expectations 3. Backgammon and other dice diversions 4. Permutations, combinations and applications 5. Play it again Sam: the binomial distribution 6. Elementary game theory 7. Odds and ends Answers/Hints for selected exercises Bibliography Index.