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The Absolute Differential Calculus
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025256177
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 470
Weight: 1.83
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Absolute Differential Calculus is a foundational treatise in the field of mathematical physics and differential geometry, authored by the renowned mathematician Tullio Levi-Civita. This seminal work provides a comprehensive exploration of the methods of absolute differential calculus-now more commonly known as tensor calculus. Levi-Civita, a key figure in the development of these mathematical frameworks, offers a rigorous treatment of the subject that served as a crucial mathematical precursor to Albert Einstein's general theory of relativity.
The text covers the principles of covariance, the theory of tensors, and the geometric interpretations of differential forms. It delves into the properties of Riemannian spaces and the concept of parallel displacement, a contribution for which Levi-Civita is globally recognized. Designed for students and scholars of advanced mathematics and theoretical physics, The Absolute Differential Calculus bridges the gap between classical analysis and modern geometric theories. Its clear exposition and methodical approach make it an essential resource for understanding the curvature of space-time and the analytical tools required for high-level physical modeling. This work remains a cornerstone of 20th-century mathematical literature, reflecting the intellectual rigor of the Italian school of geometry.
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