The idea of mutual classification of spaces and mappings is one of the main research directions of point set topology. In a systematical way, this book discusses the basic theory of generalized metric spaces by using the mapping method, and summarizes the most important research achievements, particularly those from Chinese scholars, in the theory of spaces and mappings since the 1960s. This book has three chapters, two appendices and a list of more than 400 references. The chapters are "The origin of generalized metric spaces", "Mappings on metric spaces" and "Classes of generalized metric spaces". Graduates or senior undergraduates in mathematics major can use this book as their text to study the theory of generalized metric spaces. Researchers in this field can also use this book as a valuable reference.

The International Congress of Chinese Mathematicians (ICCM) is an important event among the large international community of mathematicians of Chinese descent. The sixth Congress was held at Taipei, Taiwan in July 2013. Proceedings of the Sixth International Congress of Chinese Mathematicians presents the plenary talks and more than 60 invited talks from the Congress, reflecting the latest developments in mathematics. It is an important reference for researchers in all fields of mathematics, and makes a valuable addition to the collection of a university library.