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Sketches of an Elephant: A Topos Theory Compendiumm vol. 1 (Oxford Logic Guides, 43)
Peter T. Johnstone
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Description for Sketches of an Elephant: A Topos Theory Compendiumm vol. 1 (Oxford Logic Guides, 43)
Hardcover. Topos Theory is a subject that stands at the junction of geometry, mathematical logic and theoretical computer science, and it derives much of its power from the interplay of ideas drawn from these different areas. This compendium aims to present a comprehensive account of the main approaches and demonstrate the overall unity of the subject. Series: Oxford Logic Guides. Num Pages: 562 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBCD; PBM; UYA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 163 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1018.
Topos Theory is a subject that stands at the junction of geometry, mathematical logic and theoretical computer science, and it derives much of its power from the interplay of ideas drawn from these different areas. Because of this, an account of topos theory which approaches the subject from one particular direction can only hope to give a partial picture; the aim of this compendium is to present as comprehensive an account as possible of all the main approaches and thereby to demonstrate the overall unity of the subject. The material is organized in such a way that readers interested in ... Read more
Topos Theory is a subject that stands at the junction of geometry, mathematical logic and theoretical computer science, and it derives much of its power from the interplay of ideas drawn from these different areas. Because of this, an account of topos theory which approaches the subject from one particular direction can only hope to give a partial picture; the aim of this compendium is to present as comprehensive an account as possible of all the main approaches and thereby to demonstrate the overall unity of the subject. The material is organized in such a way that readers interested in ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Oxford University Press, USA
Number of pages
562
Condition
New
Series
Oxford Logic Guides
Number of Pages
562
Place of Publication
Oxford, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780198534259
SKU
V9780198534259
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About Peter T. Johnstone
Dr P. T. Johnstone Reader in the Foundations of Mathematics Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics University of Cambridge Cambridge CB3 0BW
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