Opening with the theory of linear algebraic equations and basic elements of matrix theory, this book includes topics not usually exterior algebras, non-Euclidean geometry, theory of quadrics and more. Offers examples from various mathematical fields.
Igor Rostislavovich Shafarevich is a Russian mathematician who has contributed to algebraic number theory and algebraic geometry. He has written books and articles that criticize socialism and was an important dissident during the Soviet regime.