This book by two of the foremost researchers and writers in the field is the first part of a treatise that covers the subject in breadth and depth, paying special attention to the historical origins of the theory. Both individually and collectively these volumes have already become standard references.

  • ISBN13 9783540579618
  • Publish Date 30 June 2004 (first published 1 March 1996)
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country DE
  • Publisher Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
  • Imprint Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K
  • Edition 1st ed. 1996. Corr. 2nd printing 2004
  • Format Hardcover
  • Pages 655
  • Language English