Topology : a geometric approach / Terry Lawson.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lawson, Terry, 1945-

Contributor:

Alumni and Friends Memorial Book Fund.

Series:

Oxford graduate texts in mathematics ; 9.

Oxford graduate texts in mathematics ; 9

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Topology.

Physical Description:

xv, 388 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.

Place of Publication:

Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, 2003.

Summary:

This introduction to topology emphasizes a geometric approach with a focus on surfaces. A primary feature is a large collection of exercises and projects, which fosters a teaching style making the student an active class participant. A wide range of material at different levels supports flexible use of the book for a variety of students. Part I is appropriate for a one semester or two quarter course, and Part II, which id problem based allows the book to be used for a year long course which supports a variety of syllabuses.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 383-384) and index.

Local Notes:

Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Alumni and Friends Memorial Book Fund.

ISBN:

0198515979

OCLC:

51258500