Overview

David Wallace has written a text on modern algebra which is suitable for a first course in the subject given to mathematics undergraduates. It aims to promote a feeling for the evolutionary and historical development of algebra. It assumes some familiarity with complex numbers, matrices and linear algebra which are commonly taught during the first year of an undergraduate course. Each chapter contains examples, exercises and solutions, perfectly suited to aid self-study. All arguments in the text are carefully crafted to promote understanding and enjoyment for the reader.

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Author:   David A.R. Wallace
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
Imprint:   Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K
Edition:   1st ed. 1998. Corr. 2nd printing 2001
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.820kg
ISBN:  

9783540761778

ISBN 10:   3540761772
Pages:   248
Publication Date:   31 July 1998
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

1 Sets and Mappings.- 2 The Integers.- 3 Introduction to Rings.- 4 Introduction to Groups.- 5 Rings.- 6 Topics in Group Theory.- Hints to Solutions.- Suggestions for Further Study.

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