Introduction to Category Theory (e-bog) af Simmons, Harold
Simmons, Harold (forfatter)

Introduction to Category Theory e-bog

265,81 DKK (inkl. moms 332,26 DKK)
Category theory provides a general conceptual framework that has proved fruitful in subjects as diverse as geometry, topology, theoretical computer science and foundational mathematics. Here is a friendly, easy-to-read textbook that explains the fundamentals at a level suitable for newcomers to the subject. Beginning postgraduate mathematicians will find this book an excellent introduction to a...
E-bog 265,81 DKK
Forfattere Simmons, Harold (forfatter)
Udgivet 22 september 2011
Genrer PBCD
Sprog English
Format epub
Beskyttelse LCP
ISBN 9781139235099
Category theory provides a general conceptual framework that has proved fruitful in subjects as diverse as geometry, topology, theoretical computer science and foundational mathematics. Here is a friendly, easy-to-read textbook that explains the fundamentals at a level suitable for newcomers to the subject. Beginning postgraduate mathematicians will find this book an excellent introduction to all of the basics of category theory. It gives the basic definitions; goes through the various associated gadgetry, such as functors, natural transformations, limits and colimits; and then explains adjunctions. The material is slowly developed using many examples and illustrations to illuminate the concepts explained. Over 200 exercises, with solutions available online, help the reader to access the subject and make the book ideal for self-study. It can also be used as a recommended text for a taught introductory course.