
Elementary Algebraic Geometry
Klaus Hulek(Author)
American Mathematical Society (Publisher)
Published on 28. February 2003
Book
Paperback/Softback
213 pages
978-0-8218-2952-3 (ISBN)
Description
This is a genuine introduction to algebraic geometry. The author makes no assumption that readers know more than can be expected of a good undergraduate. He introduces fundamental concepts in a way that enables students to move on to a more advanced book or course that relies more heavily on commutative algebra. The language is purposefully kept on an elementary level, avoiding sheaf theory and cohomology theory. The introduction of new algebraic concepts is always motivated by a discussion of the corresponding geometric ideas. The main point of the book is to illustrate the interplay between abstract theory and specific examples. The book contains numerous problems that illustrate the general theory.The text is suitable for advanced undergraduates and beginning graduate students. It contains sufficient material for a one-semester course. The reader should be familiar with the basic concepts of modern algebra. A course in one complex variable would be helpful, but is not necessary. It is also an excellent text for those working in neighboring fields (algebraic topology, algebra, Lie groups, etc.) who need to know the basics of algebraic geometry.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Providence
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
bibliography, index
Weight
277 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8218-2952-3 (9780821829523)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
(Universitat Hannover, Germany)
Content
Introduction Affine varieties Projective varieties Smooth points and dimension Plane cubic curves Cubic surfaces Introduction to the theory of curves Bibliography Index.