A guide to the classification theorem for compact surfaces
General Material Designation
[Book]
First Statement of Responsibility
Jean Gallier, Dianna Xu
.PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC
Place of Publication, Distribution, etc.
Berlin :
Name of Publisher, Distributor, etc.
Springer,
Date of Publication, Distribution, etc.
2013
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
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1 online resource (182 p.)
SERIES
Series Title
Geometry and Computing ;
Volume Designation
v. 9
INTERNAL BIBLIOGRAPHIES/INDEXES NOTE
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Includes bibliographical references and index
SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
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This welcome boon for students of algebraic topology cuts a much-needed central path between other texts whose treatment of the classification theorem for compact surfaces is either too formalized and complex for those without detailed background knowledge, or too informal to afford students a comprehensive insight into the subject. Its dedicated, student-centred approach details a near-complete proof of this theorem, widely admired for its efficacy and formal beauty. The authors present the technical tools needed to deploy the method effectively as well as demonstrating their use in a clearly structured, worked example
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A Guide to the Classification Theorem for Compact Surfaces