TY - BOOK AU - Knudson, Kevin P. TI - Morse theory: smooth and discrete SN - 9781944660871 U1 - 517.97 PY - 2023/// CY - Singapore PB - World scientific KW - MATHEMATICS KW - MORSE THEORY N1 - Contents: Smooth Morse Theory: First Steps Fundamental Results in Morse Theory Topological Consequences Homology Piecewise Linear Morse Theory Discrete Morse Theory: First Steps Topological Consequences Algorithms Applications Appendices: Smooth Manifolds Cell Complexes N2 - Morse Theory: Smooth and Discrete serves as an introduction to classical smooth Morse theory and to Forman's discrete Morse theory, highlighting the parallels between the two subjects. This is the first time both smooth and discrete Morse theory have been treated in a single volume. This makes the book a valuable resource for students and professionals working in topology and discrete mathematics. With a strong focus on examples, the text is suitable for advanced undergraduates or beginning graduate students ER -