Galois theory text for second semester undergrad algebra

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The discussion centers on recommended texts for Galois theory suitable for second-semester undergraduate algebra courses. Participants suggest several resources, including Jacobson's "Basic Algebra," Blair's algebra book, and Morandi's text, which is noted as part of the Graduate Texts in Mathematics series. Additionally, free resources such as James Milne's webnotes from the University of Michigan and personal webnotes from the original poster are highlighted as valuable materials for studying Galois and field theory.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of abstract algebra concepts
  • Familiarity with field theory
  • Basic knowledge of Galois theory
  • Experience with mathematical proofs
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore Jacobson's "Basic Algebra" for foundational concepts
  • Review Blair's algebra book for Galois theory applications
  • Study Morandi's text for advanced insights in Galois theory
  • Access James Milne's webnotes for supplementary learning materials
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Undergraduate students studying algebra, educators seeking teaching materials for Galois theory, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of field theory concepts.

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I am doing a reading next semester and am trying to find a good text to work off of. I am wondering if anyone else has had a semester of Galois/field theory and what text you would suggest.
 
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i liked jacobson's basic algebra. also my own webnotes are free. as are james milne's at univ of michigan.
 
I really like the algebra book by Blair. It has Galois theory in it. It is better to use Morandi but he is GTM.
 
http://www.math.uwaterloo.ca/~cwzwaric/pdfs/pm442_lec.pdf
 
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