Differential Forms (Dover Books on Mathematics)

Book Details

• Publisher: Dover

• Author: Cartan, Henri

• Language: English

• Edition: Translation

• ISBN: 9780486450100

• Pages: 176

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 0.4 inches

About The Book

Henri Cartan’s Differential Forms stands as a classic in the realm of advanced calculus and differential geometry, offering an elegant and rigorous treatment of mathematical analysis. First published in France in 1967, this translation by Dover brings to English-speaking readers the insights of one of the most respected figures of the Bourbaki school. With 176 pages of lucid exposition, this paperback edition is ideally suited for second- and third-year mathematics students.

Praised for its clarity and scholarly precision, Cartan's work is simultaneously a brilliant course text and an indispensable reference. The book bridges the gap between pure and applied mathematics, a hallmark of the French mathematical tradition, giving applied concepts greater rigor while preserving the elegance of theoretical mathematics. Cartan’s teaching style—precise yet conversational—makes complex ideas accessible without sacrificing depth.

Whether used in the classroom or as a foundation for further study in global and nonlinear algebra, this text offers a rewarding journey through one of the most fundamental aspects of modern mathematics.