Affine differential geometry
Subtitle: geometry of affine immersions
By: Katsumi Nomizu, Takeshi Sasaki.
Contributors: Sasaki, Takeshi, 1944-
Series: Cambridge tracts in mathematics ;; 111
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 1994
Place of publication: Cambridge; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 263
Subjects: Geometry, Affine.
Description: In order both to cover as much as possible and to keep the text of a reasonable size, the authors have concentrated on the significant features of the subject and their relationship and application to such areas as Riemannian, Euclidean, Lorentzian and projective differential geometry. In so doing, they also provide a modern introduction to the last.

Some of the important geometric surfaces considered are illustrated by computer graphics, making this a physically and mathematically attractive book for all researchers in differential geometry, and for mathematical physicists seeking a quick entry into the subject.

This is a self-contained and systematic account of affine differential geometry from a contemporary viewpoint, not only covering the classical theory, but also introducing the modern developments that have happened over the last decade.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [246]-255) and index.