Is VDM case studies book out yet?

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5 total messages Started by Michael Durket Fri, 27 Jul 1990 16:34

#147

Author: Michael Durket
Date: Fri, 27 Jul 1990 16:34

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   Has the book "Case Studies in Systematic Software Design" by
Jones and Shaw been published yet? I understand that it was to
have been published March 17th, but had to be withdrawn because
of some printing error.

  If anyone knows a new publication date I'd appreciate knowing as
I want to purchase a copy.

   Thanks,

    Michael Durket

Re: Is VDM case studies book out yet?

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Author: Jack Campin
Date: Mon, 30 Jul 1990 12:04

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GG.MPD@forsythe.stanford.edu (Michael Durket) wrote:

>    Has the book "Case Studies in Systematic Software Design" by
> Jones and Shaw been published yet? I understand that it was to
> have been published March 17th, but had to be withdrawn because
> of some printing error.

I've seen it on the shelves (Thin's in Edinburgh).  I then ordered one
through another supplier three months ago.  Not a peep yet.

Pretty serious printing error that gets a whole edition withdrawn and
can't be fixed with an errata slip.  Did Cliff say something about Cecil
Parkinson?  :-)

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Re: Is VDM case studies book out yet?

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Author: Cliff Jones
Date: Tue, 31 Jul 1990 06:44

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I can't remember exactly when it came out but it is definately
available here in the UK book stores - please let me know if you are
having trouble in the US and I'll chase the publisher.

In case it helps, here is the ISBN: 0-13-116088-5

cliff jones

Re: Is VDM case studies book out yet?

#155

Author: Cliff Jones
Date: Tue, 31 Jul 1990 15:38

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What is this assasination attempt?

I know of no "printing error" which held up publication; certainly
none that got the book "withdrawn".

If you are having real problems getting copies, let me know and I'll
chase PHI.

cliff jones

Re: Is VDM case studies book out yet?

#156

Author: Brian Monahan
Date: Tue, 31 Jul 1990 17:09

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Yes, it's certainly available in the UK.  I got my copy soon after
publication either January or Feburary from my local book store.  I
don't understand what this rumour of a "printing error" is all about -
it's a new one on me!  Perhaps your book suppliers have their wires crossed ...

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