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Topology

A Very Short Introduction

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How is a subway map different from other maps? What makes a knot knotted? What makes the Möbius strip one-sided? These are questions of topology, the mathematical study of properties preserved by twisting or stretching objects. In the 20th century, topology became as broad and fundamental as algebra and geometry, with important implications for science, especially physics.

In this Very Short Introduction audiobook, Richard Earl gives a sense of the more visual elements of topology (looking at surfaces) as well as covering the formal definition of continuity. Considering some of the eye-opening examples that led mathematicians to recognize a need for studying topology, he pays homage to the historical people, problems, and surprises that have propelled the growth of this field.

©2019 Richard Earl (P)2020 Tantor Mathematics
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This book is very interesting, though a bit hard going at times. I have a degree in Mathematics and still found it a bit difficult in places. The content of the book was great, but it would not have been so without the ability to visualise both diagrams and equations. The reading out of equations here is almost nonsensical.
At the time that I bought the Audiobook, A PDF was not included. This was in my view a very poor Audiobook without a PDF or equivalent. Audible really should not sell it in this format, as I doubt it would be within the grasp of any listener.
I ended up purchasing the partner Kindle book and it made the whole experience rewarding and very interesting. What is for sure is that I should not have had to spend this extra money. A PDF should have been provided. Poor show!

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