Analysis Are there any recommended Complex Analysis books for advanced students?

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For advanced students seeking a comprehensive resource in Complex Analysis, Ahlfors' "Complex Analysis" is recommended as a standard text. While Rudin's "Real and Complex Analysis" offers rigor, its unconventional structure may not suit all learners. Alfohr's book has received mixed reviews, suggesting it may not be the best choice. For those desiring more practical exercises, Schaume's "Outlines of Complex Variables" provides numerous worked examples.

PREREQUISITES
  • Advanced knowledge of analysis and measure theory
  • Familiarity with rigorous mathematical proofs
  • Understanding of complex variables
  • Experience with mathematical textbooks
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  • Read Ahlfors' "Complex Analysis" for foundational concepts
  • Explore Rudin's "Real and Complex Analysis" for advanced theoretical insights
  • Investigate Schaume's "Outlines of Complex Variables" for practical exercises
  • Review critiques and summaries of Alfohr's book to assess its suitability
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Advanced mathematics students, educators in analysis, and anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Complex Analysis through structured and rigorous texts.

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I'm looking for a good Complex book, but the options seem slim. I was thinking about Rudin's Real and Complex. My only reservation is that it is not structured like any other book I've seen. I've had advanced analysis and measure and integration theory, so rigour is not a concern. I saw Alfohr's book, but the reviews aren't so great.
 
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No book is liked by everybody. Ahlfors is a good standard book. You may want more worked examples and exercises. If so, look at Schaume's Outlines Complex Variables.
 
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