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How is a subway map different from other maps? What makes a knot knotted? What makes the Möbius strip one-sided? These are questions of topology, the mathematical study of properties preserved by twisting or stretching objects. In the 20th century topology became as broad and fundamental as algebra and geometry, with important implications for science, especially physics. In this Very Short Introduction Richard Earl gives a sense of the more visual elements of topology (looking at surfaces) as well as covering the formal definition of continuity. Considering some of the eye-opening examples that led mathematicians to recognize a need for studying topology, he pays homage to the historical people, problems, and surprises that have propelled the growth of this field. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
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0198832680, 0192568981, 9780198832683, 9780192568984
Topology: A Very Short Introduction is written by Richard Earl and published by OUP Oxford. The Digital and eTextbook ISBNs for Topology: A Very Short Introduction are 9780192568991, 019256899X and the print ISBNs are 9780198832683, 0198832680. Additional ISBNs for this eTextbook include 0198832680, 0192568981, 9780198832683, 9780192568984.
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