{"product_id":"introduction-to-topology-and-geometry-saul-stahl-9781118108109","title":"Introduction to Topology and Geometry","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn easily accessible introduction to over three\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003ecenturies of innovations in geometry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePraise for the First Edition\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\". . . a welcome alternative to compartmentalized treatments bound to the old thinking. This clearly written, well-illustrated book supplies sufficient background to be self-contained.\" --CHOICE\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis fully revised new edition offers the most comprehensive coverage of modern geometry currently available at an introductory level. The book strikes a welcome balance between academic rigor and accessibility, providing a complete and cohesive picture of the science with an unparalleled range of topics. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIllustrating modern mathematical topics, \u003ci\u003eIntroduction to Topology and Geometry, Second Edition\u003c\/i\u003e discusses introductory topology, algebraic topology, knot theory, the geometry of surfaces, Riemann geometries, fundamental groups, and differential geometry, which opens the doors to a wealth of applications. With its logical, yet flexible, organization, the \u003ci\u003eSecond Edition: \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e- Explores historical notes interspersed throughout the exposition to provide readers with a feel for how the mathematical disciplines and theorems came into being\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e - Provides exercises ranging from routine to challenging, allowing readers at varying levels of study to master the concepts and methods\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e - Bridges seemingly disparate topics by creating thoughtful and logical connections\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e - Contains coverage on the elements of polytope theory, which acquaints readers with an exposition of modern theory\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eIntroduction to Topology and Geometry, Second Edition\u003c\/i\u003e is an excellent introductory text for topology and geometry courses at the upper-undergraduate level. In addition, the book serves as an ideal reference for professionals interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the topic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Saul Stahl, Catherine Stenson\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1118108108\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781118108109\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Wiley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/11\/2013\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 536\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.80lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.30h x 6.10w x 1.10d","brand":"Saul Stahl","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":46721283096831,"sku":"9781118108109","price":142.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_f26f17b7-0440-4b17-8360-6f5714c943ff.jpg?v=1742752399","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/introduction-to-topology-and-geometry-saul-stahl-9781118108109","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}