Overview

This two-volume work presents an introduction to functional analysis and the initial fundamentals of C]* - and Von Neumann algebra theory in a form suitable for both intermediate graduate courses and self-study. The authors provide a clear account of the introductory portions of this important and technically difficult subject. Well supplied with exercises, the text assumes only basic measure theory and topology. The books present the possibility for the design of numerous courses aimed at different audiences.

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Author:   Richard V. Kadison ,  John R. Ringrose
Publisher:   American Mathematical Society
Imprint:   American Mathematical Society
Edition:   New edition
Volume:   No.16
Dimensions:   Width: 18.50cm , Height: 4.00cm , Length: 23.00cm
Weight:   1.610kg
ISBN:  

9780821808207

ISBN 10:   0821808206
Pages:   676
Publication Date:   30 August 1997
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Comparison theory of projection Normal states and unitary equivalence of von Neumann algebras The trace Algebra and commutant Special representation of $C^*$-algebras Tensor products Approximation by matrix algebras Crossed products Direct integrals and decompositions Bibliography Index of notation Index.

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