The discussion revolves around recommendations for comprehensive algebra textbooks suitable for learning and reference. Participants share their thoughts on various texts that cover extensive material in algebra.
Participants generally agree on the value of the suggested textbooks, but preferences vary regarding which texts are the best options. No consensus is reached on a definitive list of recommendations.
Some participants express uncertainty about the availability of certain texts in English, and there are varying opinions on the best choices among the suggested books.
Chris11 said:Hey. I was wondering if anyone would have any good recomendations for large algebra textbooks that cover an enormous amount of material. I would use this book to learn new things, and also as a go to book when I need a quick refrence.
So far, I know of only 2:
Hungerford,
Dummit and Foote.
Chris L T521 said:Serge Lang's Algebra would be something to add to the collection of massive algebra texts. However, I prefer the two you've already listed.
Swlabr said:Talking about Serge Lang, have you ever seen this? Ken Ribet is the guy who proved the connection between Fermat's Last Theorem and elliptical curves.
Also, Huppert wrote an influential book called "finite groups", which spawned two further volumes with him and Blackburn. I haven't managed to find the first volume in English though...but if you are looking for massive texts, these three volumes are pretty hefty!