Representation And Understanding
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Understanding Representation
"This is an extraordinarily lucid book. I am not sure that there is anyone who can do this sort of thing better than Jen Webb. It is a gift to students; extremely accessible yet complex and sophisticated in its treatment of theories and concepts of representation." - Jim McGuigan, Loughborough University Understanding Representation offers a contemporary, coherent and genuinely interdisciplinary introduction to the concept of representation. Drawing together the full range of ideas, practices, techniques and disciplines associated with the subject, this book locates them in a historical context, presents them in a readable fashion, and shows their relevance to everyday life in an engaging and accessible manner. Readers will be shown how to develop a sophisticated attitude to meaning, and understand the relationship to truth and identity that is brought into focus by communicative practices. With chapters on linguistic and political representation, art and media, and philosophical and cognitive approaches, this book: Guides readers through complex theoretical terrain with a highly readable and refreshing writing style. Explains the techniques and perspectives offered by semiotics, discourse analysis, poetics, politics, narratology, visual culture, cognitive theory, performance theory and theories of embodied subjectivity. Covers the new ideas and practices that have emerged since the work of Barthes, Eco and Foucault - especially communication and meaning-making in the digital environment, and the new paradigms of understanding associated with cognitive theories of identity and language. Teaches readers how to interpret and interrogate the world of signs in which they live. Understanding Representation provides students across the social sciences and humanities with an invaluable introduction to what is meant by ′representation′.
Basics of Representation Theory
Author: Udayan Bhattacharya
language: en
Publisher: Educohack Press
Release Date: 2025-02-20
Delve into the captivating world of "Basics of Representation Theory," a comprehensive guide designed for students, researchers, and enthusiasts eager to explore the intricate symmetries and structures that underpin modern mathematics. Our book offers a detailed introduction to foundational concepts, providing a solid understanding of group actions, linear representations, and character theory. From there, it explores the algebraic structures of irreducible representations, breaking down the decomposition into irreducible components and examining the properties of characters. Readers will journey through diverse topics, including the representation theory of symmetric groups, Lie groups, and algebraic groups, as well as advanced topics such as the representation theory of finite groups, the Langlands program, and applications in quantum mechanics and number theory. With a wealth of examples, illustrations, and exercises, "Basics of Representation Theory" ensures a hands-on approach to learning, encouraging practical exploration and problem-solving. The book also includes numerous references and further reading suggestions for those who wish to delve deeper into specific topics. Written in a clear and accessible style, this book caters to all levels, from undergraduate students encountering representation theory for the first time to experienced researchers seeking fresh insights. With its comprehensive coverage and diverse applications, "Basics of Representation Theory" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the beauty and depth of this field.