A Glimpse at Hilbert Space Operators: Paul R. Halmos in Memoriam (Operator Theory: Advances and Applications) [Hardcover]

Sheldon Axler (Editor), Peter Rosenthal (Editor), Donald Sarason (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 3034603460 | ISBN-13: 978-3034603461 | Publication Date: August 11, 2010 | Edition: 1st Edition.

The book is a commemorative volume honoring the mathematician Paul R. Halmos (1916-2006), who contributed passionately to mathematics in manifold ways, among them by basic research, by unparalleled mathematical exposition, by unselfish service to the mathematical community, and, not least, by the inspiration others found in his dedication to that community.Halmos made fundamental contributions in several areas of mathematics. This volume emphasises Halmos's contributions to operator theory, his venue for most of his mathematical life. The core of the volume is a series of expository articles by prominent operator theorists providing an overview of how operator theory prospered during the Halmos era, in no small measure thanks to Halmos's leadership and penetrating insights.

Editorial Reviews

Review

From the reviews: “This is a book about the legacy of Paul Halmos in Operator Theory … . if you want to delve deeper into the research topic that was central to his career, this book is an excellent place to start. Any researcher starting out in Operator Theory, Operator Algebras or a related area would also be well-advised to read this volume. It gives an excellent portrayal the sweep of history in a mathematical discipline and how it can be affected by one man.” (Gordon MacDonald, The Mathematical Association of America, October, 2010)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 372 pages
• Publisher: Springer Basel; 1st Edition. edition (August 11, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 3034603460
• ISBN-13: 978-3034603461
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.7 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,865,074 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)