Smalltalk-80: The Language and its Implementation [Paperback] Goldberg, Adele;Robson, David

Description

1983 edition. Not paperback but a hardcover with textbook binding. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This ex-library copy of “Smalltalk-80: The Language and its Implementation” offers a fascinating glimpse into the pioneering work that laid the foundations for modern object-oriented programming. Published in 1983, this seminal text by David Goldberg and Adele Robson provides an authoritative account of Smalltalk-80, the highly influential programming language and development environment created at Xerox PARC. While the book shows signs of its well-traveled life, the content within remains a treasure trove of knowledge for anyone interested in the history of computing and the evolution of programming paradigms. Beyond its technical merits, this volume stands as a testament to the visionary thinking that shaped the digital age we live in today. For collectors and enthusiasts alike, it represents an opportunity to own a piece of computing history that continues to resonate in modern software development practices.