Books to Learn Measure Theory Theory: Borel, Lebesgue, Cantor Set & More

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This discussion centers on recommended literature for studying measure theory, specifically focusing on topics such as Borel sets, Lebesgue measure properties, and the Cantor set. Two key texts are highlighted: "Lebesgue Integration on Euclidean Space" by Frank Jones, which provides a foundational introduction to Lebesgue integration, and "The Lebesgue-Stieltjes Integral" by Michael Carter and Bruce van Brunt, which emphasizes the application of Lebesgue integrals. While both books offer insights into integration, they are noted to be less comprehensive in covering measure theory itself.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic set theory and functions
  • Familiarity with Lebesgue integration concepts
  • Knowledge of Borel sets and their properties
  • Basic principles of Hilbert spaces
NEXT STEPS
  • Study "Lebesgue Integration on Euclidean Space" by Frank Jones for foundational knowledge
  • Explore "The Lebesgue-Stieltjes Integral" by Michael Carter and Bruce van Brunt for advanced integration techniques
  • Research the properties of Lebesgue measure, including translation invariance and completeness
  • Investigate the Fubini theorem and its applications in measure theory
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Students and professionals in mathematics, particularly those focusing on analysis, integration, and measure theory. This discussion is beneficial for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Lebesgue integration and related concepts.

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Hey! :o

What book would you recommend me to read about measure theory and especially the following:

Measure and outer meansure, Borel sets, the outer Lebesgue measure.
The Cantor set.
Properties of Lebesgue measure (translation invariance, completeness, regularity, uniqueness).
Steinhaus theorem, non-Lebesgue measurable sets.
Measurable functions, integrable functions, convergence theorems.
Elementary theory of Hilbert spaces.
Complex measures, the Radon-Nikodym theorem.
The maximal function Hardy-Littlewood.
Differentiation of measures and functions.
Product of measures. The Fubini theorem.
Change of variable. Polar coordinates. Convolutions.

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mathmari said:
Hey! :o

What book would you recommend me to read about measure theory and especially the following:

Measure and outer meansure, Borel sets, the outer Lebesgue measure.
The Cantor set.
Properties of Lebesgue measure (translation invariance, completeness, regularity, uniqueness).
Steinhaus theorem, non-Lebesgue measurable sets.
Measurable functions, integrable functions, convergence theorems.
Elementary theory of Hilbert spaces.
Complex measures, the Radon-Nikodym theorem.
The maximal function Hardy-Littlewood.
Differentiation of measures and functions.
Product of measures. The Fubini theorem.
Change of variable. Polar coordinates. Convolutions.

?? (Wondering)
Hello mathmari,

A book which gives a basic introduction to Lebesgue Integration and seem to cover most of your list is as follows:

"Lebesgue Integration on Euclidean space" by Frank Jones (Jones and Bartlett Publishers)

Another book which focuses on giving students the knowledge and skills to use the Lebesgue or Lebesgue-Stieltjes integrals is as follows:

"The Lebesgue-Stieltjes Integral" by Michael Carter and Bruce van Brunt (Springer)

Hope that helps ... ...If you are looking for a high level of generality and also rigour then possibly someone else can help with some more graduate level texts, but the books I have recommended will give you a gentle introduction to measure theory and Lebesgue integration although their emphasis is less on measure theory and more on integration ... ... so maybe I really have not answered your question ...

Best Regards,

Peter***EDIT***

Sorry mathmari,

I may have answered you request too quickly without studying your request ... ... as I have noted above I am recommending books that focus on Lebesgue Integration rather than just focussing on measure theory ... indeed the second book I mentioned is very focussed on integration and has very little on measure theory ...

Peter
 
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