Abstract Algebra: An Introduction [Hardcover]

Thomas W. Hungerford (Author)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 608 pages
• Publisher: Brooks Cole; 2 edition (July 12, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0030105595
• ISBN-13: 978-0030105593
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #35,296 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Overall a good mathematics book, August 30, 1999

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D. Ho (San Mateo, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Abstract Algebra: An Introduction (Hardcover)

If you've already taken some undergrad courses in number theory, discrete mathematics, or linear algebra, then you'd be more than enough prepared to go through this book on your own. It's highly readable, and the problems aren't that hard to solve. He also breaks up the problems in 3 sets with the last being the hardest. There is also an appendix that helps refresh basic concepts of proof, logic, and set theory. Reading through the appendix is enough to prepare anyone that has taken calculus for the material in the book. My only complain is that there is no student solutions manual.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A good TEXTBOOK, May 28, 2002

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sowmya (Sunnyvale,CA,USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Abstract Algebra: An Introduction (Hardcover)

This is a good book for an introductory course in Abstract Algebra.The subject is slowly introduced with clear examples and a good set of problems.The problems are sorted based on the difficulty level starting with the easiest and going to a bit harder problems.The 5 minus 1 rating is for the fact that you will enjoy doing these problems *with a good guide*.Its better you have a good guide to check if you are on the right track.Otherwise its an excellent text book that lays a strong foundation of Abstract Algebra.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A great text for an introductory course., October 7, 1998

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This review is from: Abstract Algebra: An Introduction (Hardcover)

NOTE: 2nd edition, 1996? has been published

The author presents a very readable text for someone entering the world of modern algebra. At times, it almost appears to read like a high school text; that may be a bit of an exaggeration, but the comment is meant to convey the clarity and simplicity that Hungerford strives for. Likewise, his examples are often illuminating and thought provoking. But make no mistake, this text provides a very thorough coverage of abstract algebra. There are numerous exercises which are graded A,B, & C according to difficulty. Some solutions are provided.

The content is typical of most intro algebra texts. Though, his approach is not quite along traditional lines; he presents ring theory before group theory, and makes a good case for doing so. Toward the end of the text, there is material on applications as well as advanced topics leading up to Galois theory.