An Introduction To The Theory of L-Functions
This document provides an introduction to the theory of L-functions. It begins by discussing classical examples like the Riemann zeta function and Dirichlet L-functions. These functions encode information about prime numbers and other number theoretic objects. The document outlines some of the major questions in the field, such as the Riemann hypothesis. It also describes several approaches to studying L-functions, including their zero distribution, connections to modular forms via Hecke theory, and Selberg's axiomatic approach. The goal is to give readers an overview of important concepts and modern techniques in the theory of L-functions.
An Introduction To The Theory of L-Functions