本書特色 1. An examination of related topics is coupled with the fundamental concepts of programming languages: o Formal methods of describing the syntax and semantics of programming languages are described in Chapter 3. o Implementation techniques for various language constructs are discussed in chapter 4 using lexical and syntax analysis, and in chapter 10 using the implementation of subprogram linkage. 2. Coverage of advanced object-oriented topics and languages is integrated throughout. 3. Historical boxes and interviews with James Gosling, Larry Wall, Alan Cooper, Bjarne Stroustrup, and others set the material into context. 4. Valuable historical foundations are presented early, outlining the origins, purposes, and contributions of the most important languages discussed in the rest of the text. 5. In-depth discussions of the design issues for the primary constructs of the imperative languages are presented in later chapters. 6. Two alternative programming paradigms include coverage of functional programming and logical programming. 7. Each new student copy includes an access card for the Companion Website, which includes VideoNote tutorials, lab projects, self-assessment quizzes, and a language reference library.