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There has been a resurgence of interest in classical invariant theory driven by several factors: new theoretical developments; a revival of computational methods coupled with powerful new computer algebra packages; and a wealth of new applications, ranging from number theory to geometry, physics to computer vision. This book provides readers with a self-contained introduction to the classical theory as well as modern developments and applications. The text concentrates on the study of binary forms (polynomials) in characteristic zero, and uses analytical as well as algebraic tools to study and classify invariants, symmetry, equivalence and canonical forms. It also includes a variety of innovations that make this text of interest even to veterans of the subject. Aimed at advanced undergraduate and graduate students the book includes many exercises and historical details, complete proofs of the fundamental theorems, and a lively and provocative exposition.

ISBN-13

9780521558211

ISBN-10

0521558212

Weight

0.89 Pounds

Dimensions

6.00 x 0.76 x 9.00 In

List Price

$59.99

Edition

1st Edition

Format

Paperback

Language

English

Pages

304 pages

Publisher

Cambridge University Press

Published On

1999-01-13



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