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# Introduction to Topology: Third Edition (Dover Books on Mathematics)
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Introduction to Topology 's principal aim is to provide a simple, thorough survey of elementary topics in the study of collections of objects, or sets, that possess a mathematical structure. Highly regarded for its exceptional clarity, imaginative and instructive exercises, and fine writing style, this concise book offers an ideal introduction to the fundamentals of topology. It provides a simple, thorough survey of elementary topics, starting with set theory and advancing to metric and topological spaces, connectedness, and compactness. Originally conceived as a text for a one-semester course, it is directed to undergraduate students whose studies of calculus sequence have included definitions and proofs of theorems. Throughout the text, Dr. Mendelson, a former Professor of Mathematics at Smith College, has included many challenging and stimulating exercises to help students develop a solid grasp of the material presented. 1975 edition. Comprehensive Introduction to Topology : Offers a thorough overview of fundamental topology concepts, perfect for a one-semester course. Elementary Topics in Set Theory : Starts with an informal discussion of set theory, laying the groundwork for understanding mathematical structures. Focus on Metric Spaces : Explores metric spaces and distance functions, dedicating attention to their definition in Euclidean n-space. Generalization to Topological Spaces : Presents topological spaces as an extension of metric spaces, providing a broad view of topology. Detailed Exploration of Connectedness and Compactness : Devotes entire chapters to these core topological properties, ensuring a comprehensive understanding. Structured for Educational Use : Tailored for students familiar with calculus and theorem proofs, aligning with academic course structures. Imaginative and Instructive Exercises : Provides a range of challenging exercises that stimulate critical thinking and deepen understanding. Exceptional Clarity : The book is commended for its clear and concise writing style, making complex concepts accessible to undergraduate students. Fine Writing Style : Written with elegance, ensuring the content is engaging and easy to follow.
Review: Great introduction, especially for self-study - Overall, great introductory book to topology. The pedagogy was excellent and the development of topics made sense in going from metric spaces (a notion that is general more intuitive) to abstract topological spaces. In particular, it was great for self-study as Mendelson doesn't shy away from fully fleshing-out proofs and repeating relatively similar cases with some additional notes (e.g. when going from metric to topological spaces and proving several ideas there). The book itself can certainly be read by anyone with a set theory background and some intuitive notion of limits/sequences (i.e. a class in pre-calculus), but that doesn't mean it's easy, by any means. I struggled quite a bit with the intuition behind some of the proofs, and have, more than once, rolled around on my bed trying to recall (or prove again) some particular statement that I found quite useful. Sadly, the book doesn't have a section on homotopy equivalence and some other useful notions, but do recall it is an introduction in exactly 200 pages of short text. This book took me at least 20-30 hours to get through, skipping only the very latter section on compactess and doing at least two of the harder problems in each section; but I have very little experience with analysis, something I'm sure would have helped complete this and gain the corresponding intuition much more quickly. Again, great book and would highly recommend it for self-study of topology.
Review: Good introductory level book - This is an entry level book about general topology (or point set topology). The book is written in a clear and well-organized manner, quite easy to follow. It's worth mentioning that aside from the rigorous statement of concepts/theorems, the author also made an effort to explain how and why people get there. This helps me gain the mathematical intuition about the topics, and hence gain better and structured understanding and make the topics really a solid part of my knowledge. The problems are quite gentle and proper for beginners. BTW, I am not majored in mathematics, but I feel quite comfortable going through this book. Quite pleasant reading experience.
## Technical Specifications
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| Best Sellers Rank | #105,419 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2 in Topology (Books) #13 in Geometry |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 500 Reviews |
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### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great introduction, especially for self-study
*by G***S on December 18, 2015*
Overall, great introductory book to topology. The pedagogy was excellent and the development of topics made sense in going from metric spaces (a notion that is general more intuitive) to abstract topological spaces. In particular, it was great for self-study as Mendelson doesn't shy away from fully fleshing-out proofs and repeating relatively similar cases with some additional notes (e.g. when going from metric to topological spaces and proving several ideas there). The book itself can certainly be read by anyone with a set theory background and some intuitive notion of limits/sequences (i.e. a class in pre-calculus), but that doesn't mean it's easy, by any means. I struggled quite a bit with the intuition behind some of the proofs, and have, more than once, rolled around on my bed trying to recall (or prove again) some particular statement that I found quite useful. Sadly, the book doesn't have a section on homotopy equivalence and some other useful notions, but do recall it is an introduction in exactly 200 pages of short text. This book took me at least 20-30 hours to get through, skipping only the very latter section on compactess and doing at least two of the harder problems in each section; but I have very little experience with analysis, something I'm sure would have helped complete this and gain the corresponding intuition much more quickly. Again, great book and would highly recommend it for self-study of topology.
### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good introductory level book
*by D***C on February 11, 2018*
This is an entry level book about general topology (or point set topology). The book is written in a clear and well-organized manner, quite easy to follow. It's worth mentioning that aside from the rigorous statement of concepts/theorems, the author also made an effort to explain how and why people get there. This helps me gain the mathematical intuition about the topics, and hence gain better and structured understanding and make the topics really a solid part of my knowledge. The problems are quite gentle and proper for beginners. BTW, I am not majored in mathematics, but I feel quite comfortable going through this book. Quite pleasant reading experience.
### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Introduction Book
*by A***E on October 3, 2024*
The book was ideal for an undergraduate looking to prepare for classes that would benefit from an understanding of Topology. It's a small book that holds up well and fits easily in even the tightest of backpacks.
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