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An Introduction to Knot Theory (Graduate Texts in Mathematics)
W.B.Raymond Lickorish
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Description for An Introduction to Knot Theory (Graduate Texts in Mathematics)
Hardcover. An introduction to mathematical Knot Theory. It employes three distinct techniques, such as Geometric Topology Manoeuvres, Combinatorics, and Algebraic Topology. It discusses the discoveries, including quantum invariants of 3-manifolds and generalizations and applications of the Jones polynomial. Series: Graduate Texts in Mathematics. Num Pages: 214 pages, 6 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PBG; PBM; PBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 238 x 162 x 19. Weight in Grams: 472.
This account is an introduction to mathematical knot theory, the theory of knots and links of simple closed curves in three-dimensional space. Knots can be studied at many levels and from many points of view. They can be admired as artifacts of the decorative arts and crafts, or viewed as accessible intimations of a geometrical sophistication that may never be attained. The study of knots can be given some motivation in terms of applications in molecular biology or by reference to paral lels in equilibrium statistical mechanics or quantum field theory. Here, however, knot theory is considered as part of ... Read more
This account is an introduction to mathematical knot theory, the theory of knots and links of simple closed curves in three-dimensional space. Knots can be studied at many levels and from many points of view. They can be admired as artifacts of the decorative arts and crafts, or viewed as accessible intimations of a geometrical sophistication that may never be attained. The study of knots can be given some motivation in terms of applications in molecular biology or by reference to paral lels in equilibrium statistical mechanics or quantum field theory. Here, however, knot theory is considered as part of ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Springer
Condition
New
Number of Pages
204
Place of Publication
New York, NY, United States
ISBN
9780387982540
SKU
V9780387982540
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99-15
Reviews for An Introduction to Knot Theory (Graduate Texts in Mathematics)
W.B.R. Lickorish An Introduction to Knot Theory "This essential introduction to vital areas of mathematics with connections to physics, while intended for graduate students, should fall within the ken of motivated upper-division undergraduates."—CHOICE