Ideal theory is important not only for the intrinsic interest and purity of its logical structure but because it is a necessary tool in many branches of mathematics. In this introduction to the modern theory of ideals, Professor Northcott assumes a sound background of mathematical theory but no previous knowledge of modern algebra. After a discussion of elementary ring theory, he deals with the properties of Noetherian rings and the algebraic and analytical theories of local rings. In order to give some idea of deeper applications of this theory the author has woven into the connected algebraic theory those results which play outstanding roles in the geometric applications.

An introduction to the modern theory of ideas.

Book Information
ISBN 9780521604833
Author D. G. Northcott
Format Paperback
Page Count 120
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 169g
Dimensions(mm) 215mm * 140mm * 9mm