Book recs please - complex analysis, riemann surfaces, multi-valued functions

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The discussion centers around recommendations for advanced books on complex analysis, specifically following "Theory of Functions" Vol. 1 & 2 by Konrad Knopp. Participants suggest seeking modern texts that cover multi-valued functions and Riemann surfaces while being accessible to those with a graduate-level understanding of complex analysis and algebra. Notable recommendations include Miranda's "Algebraic Curves and Riemann Surfaces" and Hewitt/Stromberg's "Real and Abstract Analysis," although the latter may lack modernity. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of self-contained resources that do not require mastery of algebraic topology.

PREREQUISITES
  • Graduate-level understanding of complex analysis
  • Familiarity with multi-valued functions
  • Basic knowledge of Riemann surfaces
  • Comfort with algebraic concepts
NEXT STEPS
  • Research "Algebraic Curves and Riemann Surfaces" by Miranda
  • Explore modern texts on complex analysis that cover multi-valued functions
  • Investigate measure theory as presented in "Real and Abstract Analysis" by Hewitt/Stromberg
  • Look for online resources and articles related to advanced complex analysis
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Graduate students in mathematics, researchers in complex analysis, and anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of multi-valued functions and Riemann surfaces.

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Hi everyone, hope this is the right place to put this :)

I have just finished "Theory of Functions" Vol. 1 & 2 by Konrad Knopp. I'd like to continue with a book that picks up where the second volume it left off. (Especially would be nice is a more "modern" book)

The second volume is about multi-valued functions, riemann surfaces, the analytic configuration given rise two by 2-d polynomials, etc.

Ideally, it would be a book that assumes a working comfort with graduate level complex analysis and algebra, but is somewhat self contained (i.e. doesn't expect complete mastery of, say, algebraic topology). I'm open to all suggestions though.

Thanks :)

edit: links to internet resources would also be highly appreciated :)
 
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Miranda's book Algebraic Curves and Riemann Surfaces might be what you are looking for.
 

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