In recent years there has been enormous activity in the theory of algebraic curves. Many long-standing problems have been solved using the general techniques de

In recent years there has been enormous activity in the theory of algebraic curves. Many long-standing problems have been solved using the general techniques de

"... To sum up, this book helps to learn algebraic geometry in a short time, its concrete style is enjoyable for students and reveals the beauty of mathematics.

The aim of these notes is to develop the theory of algebraic curves from the viewpoint of modern algebraic geometry, but without excessive prerequisites. We hav

This development of the theory of complex algebraic curves was one of the peaks of nineteenth century mathematics. They have many fascinating properties and ari