Invariants of Homology 3-Spheres

by Nikolai Saveliev

Homology 3-sphere is a closed 3-dimensional manifold whose homology equals that of the 3-sphere. These objects may look rather special but they have played an outstanding role in geometric topology for the past fifty years. The book gives a systematic exposition of diverse ideas and methods in the area, from algebraic topology of manifolds to invariants arising from quantum field theories. The main topics covered are constructions and classification...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3642078494
• ISBN13: 9783642078491
• Release Date: December 2010
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 223 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"