This book presents methods and results from the theory of Zariski structures and discusses their applications in geometry as well as various other mathematical fields. Its logical approach helps us understand why algebraic geometry is so fundamental throughout mathematics and why the extension to noncommutative geometry, which has been forced by recent developments in quantum physics, is both natural and necessary. Beginning with a crash course in model theory, this book will suit not only model theorists but also readers with a more classical geometric background.

Methods and results from the theory of Zariski structures, and their applications in geometry.

About the Author
Boris Zilber is Professor of Mathematical Logic in the Mathematical Institute at the University of Oxford.

Reviews
'With a combination of hard mathematics and profound insights, the book makes a compelling case for the study of Zariski geometries and is highly recommended.' David Evans, Bulletin of the London Mathematical Society



Book Information
ISBN 9780521735605
Author Boris Zilber
Format Paperback
Page Count 224
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 330g
Dimensions(mm) 227mm * 152mm * 12mm