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Elements of Abstract Algebra
Helpful illustrations and exercises included throughout this lucid coverage of group theory, Galois theory and classical ideal theory stressing proof of important theorems. Includes many historical notes. Mathematical proof is emphasized. Includes 24 tables and figures. Reprint of the 1971 edition.
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224 pages, Paperback
First published October 1, 1984
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February 25, 2025
I cannot recommend this book for self-study.
It covers a vast amount of topics (set theory, group theory, field theory, galois theory, ring theory and classical ideal theory) in a concise manner (~195 pages). If you are not a student of mathematics and are looking to self-study abstract algebra, there are significantly better options to consider.
For most topics, little intuition is given with sparse examples. This book is likely better suited for those reviewing these topics.
The textbook contains numerous exercises, all without solution. That's disappointing because many are interesting.
It covers a vast amount of topics (set theory, group theory, field theory, galois theory, ring theory and classical ideal theory) in a concise manner (~195 pages). If you are not a student of mathematics and are looking to self-study abstract algebra, there are significantly better options to consider.
For most topics, little intuition is given with sparse examples. This book is likely better suited for those reviewing these topics.
The textbook contains numerous exercises, all without solution. That's disappointing because many are interesting.
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