A Concise Introduction to the Theory of Numbers

Baker, Alan

ISBN 10: 0521286549 / ISBN 13: 9780521286541

Published by Cambridge University Press, 1985

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Concise Introduction to the Theory of Numbers
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 1985
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521286549
• ISBN 13: 9780521286541
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Number theory has a long and distinguished history and the concepts and problems relating to the subject have been instrumental in the foundation of much of mathematics. In this book, Professor Baker describes the rudiments of number theory in a concise, simple and direct manner. Though most of the text is classical in content, he includes many guides to further study which will stimulate the reader to delve into the great wealth of literature devoted to the subject. The book is based on Professor Baker's lectures given at the University of Cambridge and is intended for undergraduate students of mathematics.

Book Description

Based upon the renowned author's Cambridge lectures, the text simplifies the complexities of the basic elements of number theory and stimulates the reader to pursue further study.