The Mathematical Theory of Communication

University of Illinois Press, 1962 8vo (23.5 cm), [8], 177 pp. Publisher's cloth (ex-library copy with a number on the front board, remnants of a pocket for the checkout card on the front free endpaper but without stamps and marks, clean and solid). This groundbreaking book is co-authored by Claude E. Shannon and Warren Weaver. Originally published in 1949, this influential work revolutionized the field of information theory. Shannon, a mathematician and electrical engineer, and Weaver, a scientist and mathematician, collaborated to develop a mathematical framework for understanding and quantifying the transmission of information. "The Mathematical Theory of Communication" not only established a new discipline but also had wide-ranging implications for fields such as telecommunications, computer science, linguistics, and more. It laid the groundwork for advancements in coding theory, data compression, error correction, and the design of efficient communication systems. By combining rigorous mathematical analysis with practical applications, Shannon and Weaver's work continues to shape our understanding of how information is transmitted, processed, and interpreted in various domains. "The Mathematical Theory of Communication" remains a seminal reference for researchers, engineers, and anyone interested in the principles underlying modern communication systems.