Synopsis
Following the same successful approach as Dr. Burn's previous book on number theory, this text consists of a carefully constructed sequence of questions that will enable the reader, through participation, to study all the group theory covered by a conventional first university course. An introduction to vector spaces, leading to the study of linear groups, and an introduction to complex numbers, leading to the study of Möbius transformations and stereographic projection, are also included. Quaternions and their relationships to 3-dimensional isometries are covered, and the climax of the book is a study of the crystallographic groups, with a complete analysis of these groups in two dimensions.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
From the Back Cover
This book follows the same successful approach as Dr. Burn's previous book on number theory. It consists of a carefully constructed sequence of questions which will enable the reader, through his or her own participation, to generate all the group theory covered by a conventional first university course.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Groups: A Path to Geometry
Stock Image
Groups - A Path to Geometry
Published by
Cambridge University Press, New York, 1987
ISBN 10: 0521347939
ISBN 13: 9780521347938
Used
paperback
Seller: Chequamegon Books, Washburn, WI, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: As New. 1st paperback edition with corrections. 6 x 9", 237 pages. Enables the reader, through his or her own participation, to generate all the group theory covered by a conventional first university course. Seller Inventory # 131856
Seller Image
Groups: A Path to Geometry
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1987
ISBN 10: 0521347939
ISBN 13: 9780521347938
Used
Softcover
Seller: Bay State Book Company, North Smithfield, RI, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: good. The book is in good condition with all pages and cover intact, including the dust jacket if originally issued. The spine may show light wear. Pages may contain some notes or highlighting, and there might be a "From the library of" label. Boxed set packaging, shrink wrap, or included media like CDs may be missing. Seller Inventory # BSM.14J7Y
Stock Image
GROUPS A Path to Geometry
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1987
ISBN 10: 0521347939
ISBN 13: 9780521347938
Used
Softcover
Seller: AVON HILL BOOKS, Cambridge, MA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Softcover. Condition: Near Fine. 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 256 pp. Seller Inventory # 58903
Seller Image
Groups: A Path to Geometry
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1987
ISBN 10: 0521347939
ISBN 13: 9780521347938
Used
Soft cover
First Edition
Seller: Arroyo Seco Books, Pasadena, Member IOBA, Pasadena, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Xii, 242 Pp. Softcover. First Printing. Near Fine, No Marks. Seller Inventory # 057270
Seller Image
Groups: A Path to Geometry
Published by
Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, 1988
ISBN 10: 0521347939
ISBN 13: 9780521347938
Used
Paperback
Seller: Munster & Company LLC, ABAA/ILAB, Corvallis, OR, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1988. xii, 242 pp. 23 x 15 cm. Glossy stiff paper wrappers printed in black and mustard. Some light rubbing to covers, which is consistent with normal shelfwear. Some faint horizontal creasing across front cover. Light toning to inside of covers and adjacent pages. Previous owner's blind embossed name stamp on half title page. Interior otherwise clean and unmarked. Binding sound with no creases or cracks. . Soft Cover. Very Good. Seller Inventory # 627734
Stock Image
Groups: A Path to Geometry
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1987
ISBN 10: 0521347939
ISBN 13: 9780521347938
Used
Softcover
Seller: Anybook.com, Lincoln, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,450grams, ISBN:9780521347938. Seller Inventory # 9789747
Buy Used
US$ 32.00
US$ 18.12 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
Groups : A Path to Geometry
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1987
ISBN 10: 0521347939
ISBN 13: 9780521347938
Used
Softcover
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 695298
Seller Image
Groups
Published by
Cambridge University Press, GB, 1987
ISBN 10: 0521347939
ISBN 13: 9780521347938
New
Paperback
Seller: Rarewaves.com USA, London, LONDO, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. This book follows the same successful approach as Dr Burn's previous book on number theory. It consists of a carefully constructed sequence of questions which will enable the reader, through his or her own participation, to generate all the group theory covered by a conventional first university course. An introduction to vector spaces, leading to the study of linear groups, and an introduction to complex numbers, leading to the study of Möbius transformations and stereographic projection, are also included. Quaternions and their relationship to three-dimensional isometries are covered, and the climax of the book is a study of crystallographic groups, with a complete analysis of these groups in two dimensions. Seller Inventory # LU-9780521347938
Buy New
US$ 82.16
Free Shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller Image
Groups : A Path to Geometry
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1987
ISBN 10: 0521347939
ISBN 13: 9780521347938
New
Softcover
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 695298-n
Stock Image
Groups: A Path to Geometry
Published by
Cambridge University Press, 1987
ISBN 10: 0521347939
ISBN 13: 9780521347938
New
paperback
Seller: BennettBooksLtd, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Seller Inventory # Q-0521347939