Elementary Probability

The aim of this book is to provide a simple introduction to the theory of probability. The text provides numerous worked examples and exercises, all of which help build up the skills necessary for problem solving, as well as demonstrate the concepts involved. The topics covered illustrate range and power of probability, and include conditional probability, independence, random variables, generating functions, and an introduction to Markov chains.David Stirzaker is the author of 'Elementary Probability', published 1994 under ISBN 9780521420280 and ISBN 0521420288.