Lie Algebras of Finite and Affine Type

Lie algebras have many varied applications, both in mathematics and mathematical physics. This book provides a thorough but relaxed mathematical treatment of the subject, including both the Cartan-Killing-Weyl theory of finite dimensional simple algebras and the more modern theory of Kac-Moody algebras. Proofs are given in detail and the only prerequisite is a sound knowledge of linear algebra. The Appendix provides a summary of the basic properties of each Lie algebra of finite and affine type.

Author: Roger Carter
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 10/27/2005
Pages: 652
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 2.73lbs
Size: 9.20h x 6.36w x 1.44d
ISBN: 9780521851381

About the Author
Carter, Roger: - Roger Carter is an Emeritus Professor of Mathematics at the University of Warwick.