Abstract Algebra

Abstract Algebra: A First Course, 2nd Edition, is a textbook by Dan Saracino, published by Waveland Press. The text introduces algebraic structures directly and incorporates numerous examples to clarify abstract concepts as they appear.

Core subject coverage addresses foundational group theory, rings, and fields. The volume examines topics such as binary operations, normal subgroups, homomorphisms, quotient rings, and unique factorization domains.

The 2008 edition introduced five sections on field extensions and Galois theory, structuring the material for either a one-semester or a two-semester course. Practice exercises emphasize conceptual comprehension rather than sudden flashes of insight.