Introduction to Group Theory [[electronic resource] /] / Oleg Bogopolski

• Autore: Bogopolski Oleg
• Pubblicazione: Zuerich, Switzerland, : European Mathematical Society Publishing House, 2008
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (187 pages)
• Soggetto topico: Groups & group theory; Group theory and generalizations
• Classificazione: 20-xx
• Sommario/riassunto: This book quickly introduces beginners to general group theory and then focuses on three main themes: finite group theory, including sporadic groups; combinatorial and geometric group theory, including the Bass-Serre theory of groups acting on trees; the theory of train tracks by Bestvina and Handel for automorphisms of free groups. With its many examples, exercises, and full solutions to selected exercises, this text provides a gentle introduction that is ideal for self-study and an excellent preparation for applications. A distinguished feature of the presentation is that algebraic and geometric techniques are balanced. The beautiful theory of train tracks is illustrated by two nontrivial examples. Presupposing only a basic knowledge of algebra, the book is addressed to anyone interested in group theory: from advanced undergraduate and graduate students to specialists.
• Titolo autorizzato: Introduction to group theory
• ISBN: 3-03719-541-X
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9910151935403321
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