Lie Algebras of Finite and Affine Type

by Roger Carter

Lie algebras have many varied applications, both in mathematics and mathematical physics. This book provides a thorough but relaxed mathematical treatment of the subject, including both the Cartan-Killing-Weyl theory of finite dimensional simple algebras and the more modern theory of Kac-Moody algebras. Proofs are given in detail and the only prerequisite is a sound knowledge of linear algebra. The Appendix provides a summary of the basic properties...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521851386
• ISBN13: 9780521851381
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 652 Pages
• Weight: 2.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.4" x 9.2"