Elements of ML Programming, ML97 Edition (2nd Edition)

Written by a well-known computerscience education and researcher. No previous knowledge of ML or functionalprogramming is assumed. This is the first book that offersBOTH a highly accessible, step-by-step introductory tutorial on ML programmingand a complete reference to, and explanation of, advanced features. The authoruses a wide variety of digestible program examples to bring the readeralong at a reasonable pace. More sophisticated programs and advanced concepttopics balance out a book that is usable in a number of courses and settingsfor either self-study or class discussion.