Maurer-cartan methods in deformation theory. the twisting procedure, paperback/***

This text provides a unique overview of the Maurer-Cartan methods in algebra, geometry, topology, and mathematical physics, offering a new conceptual treatment of the twisting procedure.

It includes many motivating examples to render the theory accessible to graduate students, as well as a survey of recent applications.

Publisher: Cambridge University Press Author(s): Bruno (Universite Sorbonne Paris Nord) Vallette Illustration(s): Worked examples or Exercises Number of pages: 150 Collection: London Mathematical Society Lecture Note Series Publication date: 2023 Dimensions: 152 x 228 x 11 Cover type: Paperback / softback.