A Course in Modern Mathematical Physics: Groups, Hilbert Space and Differential Geometry - Hardcover

Szekeres, Peter

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9780521829601: A Course in Modern Mathematical Physics: Groups, Hilbert Space and Differential Geometry
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ISBN 10: 0521829607 ISBN 13: 9780521829601
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2004

Synopsis

Presenting an introduction to the mathematics of modern physics for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, this textbook introduces the reader to modern mathematical thinking within a physics context. Topics covered include tensor algebra, differential geometry, topology, Lie groups and Lie algebras, distribution theory, fundamental analysis and Hilbert spaces. The book also includes exercises and proofed examples to test the students' understanding of the various concepts, as well as to extend the text's themes.

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About the Author

Peter Szekeres received his PhD from King's College London in 1964, in the area of general relativity. He subsequently held research and teaching positions at Cornell University, King's College and the University of Adelaide, where he stayed from 1971 till his recent retirement. Currently he is a Visiting Research Fellow at that institution. He is well known internationally for his research in general relativity and cosmology, and has a good reputation for his teaching and lecturing.

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Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Publication date
2004
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0521829607
ISBN 13 
9780521829601
Binding
Hardcover
Edition number
1
Number of pages
600
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