Frobenius Algebras and 2-D Topological Quantum Field Theories

by Joachim Kock

Book Overview

Describing a striking connection between topology and algebra, rather than only proving the theorem, this study demonstrates how the result fits into a more general pattern. Throughout the text emphasis is on the interplay between algebra and topology, with graphical interpretation of algebraic operations, and topological structures described algebraically in terms of generators and relations. Includes numerous exercises and examples.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521832675
• ISBN13: 9780521832670
• Release Date: January 2004
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 258 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"