| A Computational Introduction to Number Theory and Algebra Contributor(s): Shoup, Victor (Author) |
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ISBN: 0521516447 ISBN-13: 9780521516440 Publisher: Cambridge University Press OUR PRICE: $70.29 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: February 2009 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Mathematics | Number Theory - Mathematics | Algebra - General |
| Dewey: NA |
| Physical Information: 1.3" H x 7.1" W x 9.8" (2.65 lbs) 600 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This introductory book emphasizes algorithms and applications, such as cryptography and error correcting codes, and is accessible to a broad audience. The presentation alternates between theory and applications in order to motivate and illustrate the mathematics. The mathematical coverage includes the basics of number theory, abstract algebra and discrete probability theory. This edition now includes over 150 new exercises, ranging from the routine to the challenging, that flesh out the material presented in the body of the text, and which further develop the theory and present new applications. The material has also been reorganized to improve clarity of exposition and presentation. Ideal as a textbook for introductory courses in number theory and algebra, especially those geared towards computer science students. |
Contributor Bio(s): Shoup, Victor: - Victor Shoup is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, New York University. |