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Algebraic Topology - Allen Hatcher

Algebraic Topology

By: Allen Hatcher

Paperback | 8 April 2002

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In most mathematics departments at major universities one of the three or four basic first-year graduate courses is in the subject of algebraic topology.

This introductory textbook in algebraic topology is suitable for use in a course or for self-study, featuring broad coverage of the subject and a readable exposition, with many examples and exercises. The four main chapters present the basic material of the subject: fundamental group and covering spaces, homology and cohomology, higher homotopy groups, and homotopy theory generally. The author emphasizes the geometric aspects of the subject, which helps students gain intuition.

A unique feature of the book is the inclusion of many optional topics which are not usually part of a first course due to time constraints, and for which elementary expositions are sometimes hard to find. Among these are: Bockstein and transfer homomorphisms, direct and inverse limits, H-spaces and Hopf algebras, the Brown representability theorem, the James reduced product, the Dold-Thom theorem, and a full exposition of Steenrod squares and powers. Researchers will also welcome this aspect of the book.

About the Author

Allen Hatcher, Cornell University, New York
Industry Reviews
'… this is a marvellous tome, which is indeed a delight to read. This book is destined to become very popular amongst students and teachers alike.'
Bulletin of the Belgian Mathematical Society

'… clear and concise … makes the book useful both as a basis for courses and as a reference work.'
Monatshefte für Mathematik

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