Demonstrates a fascinating interplay between abstract and concrete
operator theory. Focus is on the investigation of a number of equations,
which, while seemingly different, are all unified by the same idea: they
are all realizations of some operator equations in Banach spaces.
Self-contained, covering a broad range of topics and results. Initial
chapters present required background material and lead to coverage of
state-of-the art topics. Good examples, bibliography, index, and
suggestions of open problems. For students and specialists of operator
theory, integral equations, and function theory, as well as engineers
using integral equation techniques.