Banach Algebras and the General Theory of *-Algebras: Volume 1, Algebras and Banach Algebras (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521124102)

This is the first volume of a two volume set that provides a modern account of basic Banach algebra theory including all known results on general Banach *-algebras. This account emphasizes the role of *-algebraic structure and explores the algebraic results that underlie the theory of Banach algebras and *-algebras. The first volume, which contains previously unpublished results, is an independent, self-contained reference on Banach algebra theory. Each topic is treated in the maximum interesting generality within the framework of some class of complex algebras rather than topological algebras. Proofs are presented in complete detail at a level accessible to graduate students. The book contains a wealth of historical comments, background material, examples, particularly in noncommutative harmonic analysis, and an extensive bibliography. Volume II is forthcoming.

Author: Theodore W. Palmer
ISBN-10: 0521124107
ISBN-13: 9780521124102
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 12/03/2009
Pages: 812
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.46lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 1.61d