By
Jeffrey Bergen, DePaul University, Chicago, USA
Description
A Concrete Approach to Abstract Algebra begins with a concrete and thorough examination of familiar objects like integers,
rational numbers, real numbers, complex numbers, complex conjugation and polynomials, in this unique approach, the author builds upon
these familar objects and then uses them to introduce and motivate advanced concepts in algebra in a manner that is easier to understand
for most students. The text will be of particular interest to teachers and future teachers as it links abstract algebra to many
topics wich arise in courses in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, precalculus and calculus. The final four chapters present the
more theoretical material needed for graduate study.
Ancillary list:
* Online ISM- http://textbooks.elsevier.com/web/manuals.aspx?isbn=9780123749413
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Online SSM- http://www.elsevierdirect.com/product.jsp?isbn=9780123749413
* Ebook- http://www.elsevierdirect.com/product.jsp?isbn=9780123749413
Audience:
Advanced undergraduate and graduate students studying mathematics, education, biology, chemistry, economics, environmental sciences, physics,
computer science and engineering taking a course in abstract algebra.
