Affine differential geometry : geometry of affine immersions

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Affine differential geometry : geometry of affine immersions

Katsumi Nomizu, Takeshi Sasaki

(Cambridge tracts in mathematics, 111)

Cambridge University Press, 1994

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Includes bibliography (p. [246]-255) and index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

This is a self-contained and systematic account of affine differential geometry from a contemporary view, not only covering the classical theory, but also introducing more modern developments. In order both to cover as much as possible and to keep the text of a reasonable size, the authors have concentrated on the significant features of the subject and their relationship and application to such areas as Riemannian, Euclidean, Lorentzian and projective differential geometry. In so doing, they also provide a modern introduction to the last. Some of the important geometric surfaces considered are illustrated by computer graphics, making this a physically and mathematically attractive book for all researchers in differential geometry, and for mathematical physicists seeking a quick entry to the subject.

Table of Contents

  • 1. Affine geometry and affine connections
  • 2. Geometry of affine immersions: the basic theory
  • 3. Models with remarkable properties
  • 4. Affine-geometric structures.

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Details

  • NCID
    BA2369368X
  • ISBN
    • 0521441773
  • LCCN
    93046712
  • Country Code
    uk
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    Cambridge [England] ; New York, N.Y.
  • Pages/Volumes
    xiv, 263 p.
  • Size
    24 cm
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