Koblitz, Neal I.

Introduction to Elliptic Curves and Modular Forms (Graduate Texts in Mathematics)

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ISBN 13:
9780387979663
author:
Koblitz, Neal I.
format:
HardBack
publisher:
Springer
language:
English
Publication Year:
1993
Pages:
268
Dimensions:
23.98 x 15.34 x 1.75 centimetres
Genre:
Algebraic geometry
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£53.94

Description

This textbook introduces the fundamental properties of elliptic curves and modular forms, with a focus on their connections to number theory. The author aims to make the subject accessible to those who find it challenging, while also exploring topics at the forefront of current research.

Down-to-earth examples are used throughout the text, accompanied by exercises and answers, making the material engaging for mathematicians from diverse fields. This book is suitable for graduate students who have completed their first-year courses in real and complex analysis and algebra, as well as those pursuing careers in number theory or algebraic geometry.

Graduate students can use this textbook to solidify their understanding of basic tools used throughout mathematics, while advanced undergraduates can employ it for independent study projects, senior theses, and seminar work. With its example-oriented approach, this book provides a motivational introduction to the subject.

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