An introduction to the theory of surreal numbers
By: Harry Gonshor.
Series: London Mathematical Society lecture note series ;; 110
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 1986
Place of publication: Cambridge; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 192
Subjects: Surreal numbers; Number theory
Description: The surreal numbers form a system which includes both the ordinary real numbers and the ordinals. Since their introduction by J. H. Conway, the theory of surreal numbers has seen a rapid development revealing many natural and exciting properties. These notes provide a formal introduction to the theory in a clear and lucid style. The the author is able to lead the reader through to some of the problems in the field. The topics covered include exponentiation and generalized e-numbers.
Notes: Bibliography: p. 191.
Includes index.