A Primer of Algebraic D-Modules
Author | : S. C. Coutinho |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | : 223 |
Release | : 1995-09-07 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780521551199 |
ISBN-13 | : 0521551196 |
Rating | : 4/5 (99 Downloads) |
Download or read book A Primer of Algebraic D-Modules written by S. C. Coutinho and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 1995-09-07 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The theory of D-modules is a rich area of study combining ideas from algebra and differential equations, and it has significant applications to diverse areas such as singularity theory and representation theory. This book introduces D-modules and their applications avoiding all unnecessary over-sophistication. It is aimed at beginning graduate students and the approach taken is algebraic, concentrating on the role of the Weyl algebra. Very few prerequisites are assumed, and the book is virtually self-contained. Exercises are included at the end of each chapter and the reader is given ample references to the more advanced literature. This is an excellent introduction to D-modules for all who are new to this area.