Volume 2 of Burckel's Book on Complex Analysis

[Petek]

I have a copy of Robert Burckel's An Introduction to Classical Complex Analysis, Volume 1. What happened to volume 2? The introduction to volume 1 contains a description of the contents of volume 2. It also contains the table of contents of volume 2. The beginning of volume 1 lists some of the other math books available from the same publisher (Academic Press) and volume 2 is on that list. However, as far as I can tell, volume 2 doesn't exist. It isn't available from any major online used book service. It isn't listed in the Library of Congress (although volume 1 is present). Does anyone know the story behind volume 2?

 

[jcw99]

He's still on the faculty at Kansas State U., according to the website, if that helps.

 

[Petek]

He's still on the faculty at Kansas State U., according to the website, if that helps.

Thanks for your reply. I found prof. Burckel's email address, but decided to post the question here rather than ask him directly. I don't know him and don't know how he would react to being contacted by some random person on the internet.

 

[Sankaku]

I have generally found that professors who have authored books will be happy to respond to an email that starts something like:

"Dear Prof. ______,

I greatly enjoyed your textbook ______ Volume 1; however, I have been unable to find any copies of Volume 2. If you have time, could you tell me if it has been published and, if so, where I might purchase a copy?"

Throw in some book-specific compliments if they make sense to you.

Charm is the most important tool of any career. Learn to use it!

 

[rezeew]

Thank you for bringing this to my attention. I am not familiar with the specific details of the publication of Burckel's book. However, it is not uncommon for a planned volume of a book to never be published due to various reasons such as changes in the author's plans, lack of demand, or financial constraints. It is also possible that volume 2 was published under a different title or by a different publisher.

I would suggest reaching out to the publisher, Academic Press, or the author, Robert Burckel, to inquire about the status of volume 2. They may be able to provide more information on its publication or the reasons for its absence. Additionally, you can search for any updates or announcements from the author or publisher regarding the publication of volume 2.

In the meantime, there are likely other resources available for complex analysis that can supplement volume 1 of Burckel's book. I recommend exploring other textbooks or online resources to continue your studies in this subject. Best of luck in your research.