Geometric Stability Theory (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780198534372)

This book gives an account of the fundamental results in geometric stability theory, a subject that has grown out of categoricity and classification theory. This approach studies the fine structure of models of stable theories, using the geometry of forking; this often achieves global results relevant to classification theory. Topics range from Zilber-Cherlin classification of infinite locally finite homogenous geometries, to regular types, their geometries, and their role in superstable theories. The structure and existence of definable groups is featured prominently, as is work by Hrushovski. The book is unique in the range and depth of material covered and will be invaluable to anyone interested in modern model theory.

Author: Anand Pillay
ISBN-10: 019853437X
ISBN-13: 9780198534372
Publisher: Clarendon Press
Language: English
Published: 11/07/1996
Pages: 372
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.50lbs
Size: 9.61h x 6.49w x 1.04d