This is an informal and accessible introduction to plane algebraic curves that also serves as a natural entry point to algebraic geometry. There is a unifying theme to the book: give curves enough living space and beautiful theorems will follow. This book provides the reader with a solid intuition for the subject, while at the same time keeping the exposition simple and understandable, by introducing abstract concepts with concrete examples and pictures. It can be used as the text for an undergraduate course on plane ...
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This is an informal and accessible introduction to plane algebraic curves that also serves as a natural entry point to algebraic geometry. There is a unifying theme to the book: give curves enough living space and beautiful theorems will follow. This book provides the reader with a solid intuition for the subject, while at the same time keeping the exposition simple and understandable, by introducing abstract concepts with concrete examples and pictures. It can be used as the text for an undergraduate course on plane algebraic curves, or as a companion to algebraic geometry at graduate level. This book is accessible to those with a limited mathematical background. This is because for those outside mathematics there is a growing need for an entree to algebraic geometry, a need created by the ever-expanding role algebraic geometry is playing in areas ranging from biology to chemistry and robotics to cryptology.
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Publisher:
Mathematical Association of America (MAA)
Published:
10/2012
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
17862188363
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Very Good+ Size: 6x0x9; Very good+ hardcover copy, from a personal collection (NOT ex-library). 1st printing. Interior appears free of markings. Exterior looks almost like new. Binding is tight, sturdy, and square. Ships same or next business day from Dinkytown in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Publisher:
Mathematical Association of America (MAA)
Published:
2011
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
18126415984
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First edition, first printing, 193 pp., Hardcover, new. -If you are reading this, this item is actually (physically) in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country. Photos available upon request.
