Fermat's Last Theorem: A Genetic Introduction to Algebraic Number Theory

(Book #50 in the Graduate Texts in Mathematics Series)

by Harold M. Edwards

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This book is a genetic introduciton to algebraic number theory which follows the development of the subject in the work of Fermat, Kummer and others, motivating new ideas and techniques by explaining the problems which led to their creation. The central problem is the one indicated in the title, but many other basic questions of algebraic number thoery are also treated.

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0387950028

ISBN13:9780387950020

Release Date:January 2000

Publisher:Springer

Length:407 Pages

Weight:1.36 lbs.

Dimensions:0.8" x 6.2" x 9.3"

Related Subjects

Algebraic Geometry Education & Reference Geometry & Topology Math Mathematics Medical Medical Books Number Theory Pure Mathematics Science & Math

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