KNOTS AND PHYSICS, FOURTH EDITION

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Focusing on knot theory as a means to explore mathematical physics, this book introduces knot and link invariants within a quantum-statistical framework. It emphasizes a combinatorial approach, facilitating access to algebra, combinatorial topology, and physical concepts. The content is divided into two parts: the first offers a foundational course on knots and physics, while the second presents lectures on related topics like frictional properties and dynamical systems. The new edition also includes discussions on Khovanov Homology and other relevant subjects.