Books like Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs
Loved Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs by Harold Abelson? Here are 6 books with the same pull, and why each one fits.
About Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs (SICP) →6 books
- 1The Little Schemer
The Little Schemer
Matthias FelleisenA dialogue-style introduction to recursion and Scheme that uses a question-and-answer format to teach the same core habits of thought.
- 2Lisp in Small Pieces
Lisp in Small Pieces
Christian QueinnecA thorough study of how Lisp-family languages are implemented, covering interpreters and compilers in depth.
- 3Land of Lisp
Land of Lisp
Conrad BarskiA playful, illustrated introduction to Common Lisp that teaches programming through small games and projects.
- 4Practical Common Lisp
Practical Common Lisp
Peter SeibelA hands-on guide to Common Lisp that covers real projects and the language's practical tools.
- 5Let Over Lambda
Let Over Lambda
Doug HoyteAn advanced book on Common Lisp macros and closures that continues the theme of building languages within languages.
- 6Paradigms of Artificial Intelligence Programming
Paradigms of Artificial Intelligence Programming
Peter NorvigUses Common Lisp to build classic AI programs, which suits readers who enjoyed the Lisp-based approach of SICP.
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