Permutation groups / Peter J. Cameron.
Permutation groups are one of the oldest topics in algebra. However, their study has recently been revolutionised by new developments, particularly the classification of finite simple groups, but also relations with logic and combinatorics, and importantly, computer algebra systems have been introdu...
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| Format: | Electronic eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Cambridge ; New York :
Cambridge University Press,
1999.
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| Series: | London Mathematical Society student texts ;
45. |
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| Summary: | Permutation groups are one of the oldest topics in algebra. However, their study has recently been revolutionised by new developments, particularly the classification of finite simple groups, but also relations with logic and combinatorics, and importantly, computer algebra systems have been introduced that can deal with large permutation groups. This book gives a summary of these developments, including an introduction to relevant computer algebra systems, sketch proofs of major theorems, and many examples of applying the classification of finite simple groups. It is aimed at beginning graduate students and experts in other areas, and grew from a short course at the EIDMA institute in Eindhoven. |
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| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (x, 220 pages) : illustrations |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 199-212) and index. |
| ISBN: | 9780511623677 0511623674 9781107362765 1107362768 |
| DOI: | 10.1017/CBO9780511623677 |
| Source of Description, Etc. Note: | Print version record. |