| Permutation Groups Contributor(s): Cameron, Peter J. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0521653029 ISBN-13: 9780521653022 Publisher: Cambridge University Press OUR PRICE: $160.55 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: February 1999 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Mathematics | Algebra - General - Mathematics | Group Theory |
| Dewey: 512.2 |
| LCCN: 98-45456 |
| Series: London Mathematical Society Student Texts |
| Physical Information: 0.69" H x 6" W x 9" (1.13 lbs) 232 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Permutation groups are one of the oldest topics in algebra. Their study has recently been revolutionized by new developments, particularly the Classification of Finite Simple Groups, but also relations with logic and combinatorics, and importantly, computer algebra systems have been introduced that can deal with large permutation groups. This text summarizes these developments, including an introduction to relevant computer algebra systems, sketch proofs of major theorems, and many examples of applying the Classification of Finite Simple Groups. It is aimed at beginning graduate students and experts in other areas, and grew from a short course at the EIDMA institute in Eindhoven. |