Topics in Geometric Group Theory

by Pierre de la Harpe

Book Overview

In this book, Pierre de la Harpe provides a concise and engaging introduction to geometric group theory, a new method for studying infinite groups via their intrinsic geometry that has played a major role in mathematics over the past two decades. A recognized expert in the field, de la Harpe adopts a hands-on approach, illustrating key concepts with numerous concrete examples.

The first five chapters present basic combinatorial and geometric...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0226317218
• ISBN13: 9780226317212
• Release Date: September 2000
• Publisher: University of Chicago Press
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"