This textbook by Serge Lang is a foundational text for a one-year course in algebra at the graduate level. It is also a useful reference for mathematicians and professionals working with higher algebra. It covers the core concepts of algebra and combines classical topics with modern approaches from category theory and homological algebra.
Description
Lang's Algebra is praised for its clear and thoughtful presentation, avoiding the dry formalistic character of some algebra books. The book is intended as a core text for graduate-level algebra and also offers profound insights for a broad audience. The reissue includes additional exercises and various corrections compared to earlier editions.
Product information
- Author: Serge Lang
- Series: Graduate Texts in Mathematics
- Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
- Publication date: 2002-01-08
- Number of pages: 914
- ISBN: 9780387953854
- Subject: Algebra
- BISAC: MATHEMATICS / Algebra / General