Once Upon an Algorithm

Once Upon an Algorithm by Martin Erwig explores how computing concepts are woven into everyday life and familiar stories, illustrating ideas like algorithms, data organization, recursion, and problem-solving without focusing solely on electronic computers. Through engaging examples from daily routines and well-known tales such as Hansel and Gretel, Harry Potter, and Sherlock Holmes, the book makes complex computational ideas accessible and relevant. It highlights the pervasive nature of problem solving and the underlying structures that shape both stories and daily activities.