This monograph provides a modern introduction to the theory of
quantales.
First coined by C.J. Mulvey in 1986, quantales have since developed into
a significant topic at the crossroads of algebra and logic, of notable
interest to theoretical computer science. This book recasts the subject
within the powerful framework of categorical algebra, showcasing its
versatility through applications to C*- and MV-algebras, fuzzy sets
and automata. With exercises and historical remarks at the end of each
chapter, this self-contained book provides readers with a valuable
source of references and hints for future research.
This book will appeal to researchers across mathematics and computer
science with an interest in category theory, lattice theory, and
many-valued logic.