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Theory of Linear Operations

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Availability:In StockContributor:Stefan Banach, F. Jellett (Translator)Series:Dover Books on MathematicsPublish date:2009-03-26Pages:256
Language:EnglishPublisher:Dover PublicationsISBN-13:9780486469836ISBN-10:486469832UPC:9780486469836Book Category:MathematicsBook Subcategory:TopologySize:8.31 x 5.44 x 0.52 inchesWeight:0.571Product ID:SCJXTR9YHP

Theory of Linear Operations by Stefan Banach

Written by Stefan Banach, the founder of functional analysis, this Dover Mathematics classic represents the first comprehensive text on linear operator theory. This foundational work introduces concepts that shaped modern mathematical analysis and continues to serve as an essential reference for graduate students and researchers in mathematics.

Core Mathematical Content

This text covers linear operator theory with rigorous treatment of Banach spaces, the mathematical structures named after the author himself. The book progresses through fundamental concepts in functional analysis, providing detailed exploration of the calculus of variations and comprehensive theory of integral equations. These topics form the backbone of modern applied mathematics and theoretical physics.

Historical Significance

Stefan Banach's contributions to mathematics extend far beyond this single volume. His doctoral thesis laid the foundations of functional analysis, and he spent his career refining the concept of complete normed linear spaces. This 1987 Dover edition preserves Banach's original insights while making them accessible to contemporary mathematicians.

Academic Applications

Ideal for graduate-level mathematics courses, this text serves both as a primary textbook and supplementary reference. The rigorous approach to linear operators provides students with the theoretical framework necessary for advanced work in mathematical analysis, topology, and applied mathematics. Researchers in functional analysis will find this volume indispensable for understanding the historical development of the field.

Dover Mathematics Quality

This paperback edition maintains Dover Publications' reputation for delivering high-quality mathematical texts at accessible prices. The clear presentation and comprehensive coverage make complex theoretical concepts approachable for serious students of mathematics.
Language:EnglishPublisher:Dover PublicationsISBN-13:9780486469836ISBN-10:486469832UPC:9780486469836Book Category:MathematicsBook Subcategory:TopologySize:8.31 x 5.44 x 0.52 inchesWeight:0.571Product ID:SCJXTR9YHP
Polish mathematician Stefan Banach (1892-1945) laid the foundations of functional analysis in his doctoral thesis, and he continued to refine the concept throughout his life. His numerous contributions to mathematics include the introduction and development of the concept of complete normed linear spaces, known today as Banach spaces.
Publisher: Dover Publications

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