An Introduction to Riemann Surfaces, Algebraic Curves and Moduli Spaces (Lecture Notes in Physics) - Hardcover

Schlichenmaier, Martin

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 354050124X ISBN 13: 9783540501244

Publisher: Springer, 1989

Synopsis

This lecture is intended as an introduction to the mathematical concepts of algebraic and analytic geometry. It is addressed primarily to theoretical physicists, in particular those working in string theories. The author gives a very clear exposition of the main theorems, introducing the necessary concepts by lucid examples, and shows how to work with the methods of algebraic geometry. As an example he presents the Krichever-Novikov construction of algebras of Virasaro type. The book will be welcomed by many researchers as an overview of an important branch of mathematics, a collection of useful formulae and an excellent guide to the more extensive mathematical literature.

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About the Author

Martin Schlichenmaier is full professor for mathematics at the University of  Luxemburg. He has held several teaching and research positions in the mathematics department of the University of Mannheim.

Review

From the reviews of the second edition:

"As the title suggests, this book is an introduction to Riemann surfaces, with the target audience being students of string theory. ... an excellent book to use to become familiar with these concepts, and as a result the book is able to touch on a wide variety of concepts which are not broached by more traditional treatments of the subject. ... I would certainly recommend the book for anyone who wants an enjoyable conceptual introduction to what can be a highly technical subject." (Mark Gross, Mathematical Reviews, Issue 2008 k)

"This book is an introduction to the language of modern algebraic geometry, designed mainly for Physics students who are interested in string theory. ... Overall the book is very readable and it fulfills its goal remarkably well ... that are useful to physicists interested in string theory, with all the necessary references for further reading. This book will be an excellent addition to the bookshelf of any physics student or researcher who wants to learn about the mathematical aspects of string theory." (Valentino Tosatti, Zentrablatt MATH, Vol. 1153, 2009)

Edition details

• Publisher: Springer
• Publication date: 1989
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 354050124X
• ISBN 13: 9783540501244
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 148