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Representation Theory of Semisimple Groups: An Overview Based on Examples (PMS-36)
Anthony W. Knapp
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Description for Representation Theory of Semisimple Groups: An Overview Based on Examples (PMS-36)
Paperback. Offers a survey of representation theory of semisimple Lie groups. Suitable for both graduate students and researchers, this book states the theorems precisely, and gives many illustrative examples or classes of examples. It includes for the reader a useful 300-item bibliography and an extensive section of notes. Series: Princeton Mathematical Series. Num Pages: 800 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PBF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 157 x 49. Weight in Grams: 1160.
In this classic work, Anthony W. Knapp offers a survey of representation theory of semisimple Lie groups in a way that reflects the spirit of the subject and corresponds to the natural learning process. This book is a model of exposition and an invaluable resource for both graduate students and researchers. Although theorems are always stated precisely, many illustrative examples or classes of examples are given. To support this unique approach, the author includes for the reader a useful 300-item bibliography and an extensive section of notes.
In this classic work, Anthony W. Knapp offers a survey of representation theory of semisimple Lie groups in a way that reflects the spirit of the subject and corresponds to the natural learning process. This book is a model of exposition and an invaluable resource for both graduate students and researchers. Although theorems are always stated precisely, many illustrative examples or classes of examples are given. To support this unique approach, the author includes for the reader a useful 300-item bibliography and an extensive section of notes.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
800
Condition
New
Series
Princeton Mathematical Series
Number of Pages
800
Place of Publication
New Jersey, United States
ISBN
9780691090894
SKU
V9780691090894
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About Anthony W. Knapp
Anthony W. Knapp is Emeritus Professor of Mathematics, State University of New York at Stony Brook. The author of numerous books, he is the former editor of the Notices of the American Mathematical Society.
Reviews for Representation Theory of Semisimple Groups: An Overview Based on Examples (PMS-36)
Winner of the 1997 Leroy P. Steele Prize, American Mathematics Society "Anthony Knapp has written a marvelous book... Written with accuracy, style, and a genuine desire to communicate the materials... This is one of the finest books I have ever had the pleasure to read, and I recommend it in the strongest possible terms to anyone wishing to appreciate the ... Read more