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Presents an easy-to-follow review of the most important concepts of elementary algebra, including exponents and root factors, linear and quadratic equations, and using algebra in everyday calculations.

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This classic monograph is the work of a prominent contributor to the field of harmonic analysis. Geared toward advanced undergraduates and graduate students, it focuses on methods related to Gelfand's theory of Banach algebra. Prerequisites include a knowledge of the concepts of elementary modern algebra and of metric space topology. The first three chapters feature concise, self-contained treatments of measure theory, general topology, and Banach...

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