Foundations of Topology (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780763742348)

Topology is a branch of pure mathematics that deals with the abstract relationships found in geometry and analysis. Written with the mature student in mind, Foundations of Topology, Second Edition, provides a user-friendly, clear, and concise introduction to this fascinating area of mathematics. The author introduces topics that are well motivated with thorough proofs that make them easy to follow. Historical comments are dispersed throughout the text, and exercises, varying in degree of difficulty, are found at the end of each chapter. Foundations of Topology is an excellent text for teaching students how to develop the skill to write clear and precise proofs.

Author: C. Wayne Patty
ISBN-10: 0763742341
ISBN-13: 9780763742348
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Language: English
Published: 11/18/2008
Pages: 380
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.17lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.82d

Review Citation(s):
Scitech Book News 06/01/2009 pg. 34