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The Algebraic and Geometric Theory of Quadratic Forms (Colloquium Publications)
Richard Elman
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Hardcover. Presents a comprehensive study of the algebraic theory of quadratic forms, from classical theory to the developments, including results and proofs. Written from the viewpoint of algebraic geometry, this book includes the theory of quadratic forms over fields of characteristic two, with proofs that are characteristic independent whenever possible. Series: Colloquium Publications. Num Pages: 435 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Weight in Grams: 952.
This book is a comprehensive study of the algebraic theory of quadratic forms, from classical theory to recent developments, including results and proofs that have never been published. The book is written from the viewpoint of algebraic geometry and includes the theory of quadratic forms over fields of characteristic two, with proofs that are characteristic independent whenever possible. For some results both classical and geometric proofs are given.
This book is a comprehensive study of the algebraic theory of quadratic forms, from classical theory to recent developments, including results and proofs that have never been published. The book is written from the viewpoint of algebraic geometry and includes the theory of quadratic forms over fields of characteristic two, with proofs that are characteristic independent whenever possible. For some results both classical and geometric proofs are given.
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
American Mathematical Society
Condition
New
Series
Colloquium Publications
Place of Publication
Providence, United States
ISBN
9780821843291
SKU
V9780821843291
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