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Fermat's Last Theorem - A Genetic Introduction to Algebraic Number Theory (Paperback, 1st ed. 1977. 3rd printing 2000) Loot Price: R2,062

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Fermat's Last Theorem - A Genetic Introduction to Algebraic Number Theory (Paperback, 1st ed. 1977. 3rd printing 2000):...

Fermat's Last Theorem - A Genetic Introduction to Algebraic Number Theory (Paperback, 1st ed. 1977. 3rd printing 2000)

Harold M. Edwards

Series: Graduate Texts in Mathematics, 50

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This introduction to algebraic number theory via the famous problem of "Fermats Last Theorem" follows its historical development, beginning with the work of Fermat and ending with Kummers theory of "ideal" factorization. The more elementary topics, such as Eulers proof of the impossibilty of x+y=z, are treated in an uncomplicated way, and new concepts and techniques are introduced only after having been motivated by specific problems. The book also covers in detail the application of Kummers theory to quadratic integers and relates this to Gauss'theory of binary quadratic forms, an interesting and important connection that is not explored in any other book.

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Imprint:	Springer-Verlag New York
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Graduate Texts in Mathematics, 50
Release date:	2000
First published:	1977
Authors:	Harold M. Edwards
Dimensions:	235 x 155 x 26mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	407
Edition:	1st ed. 1977. 3rd printing 2000
ISBN-13:	978-0-387-95002-0
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Mathematics > Number theory > General Promotions
LSN:	0-387-95002-8
Barcode:	9780387950020