Eminent mathematician/teacher approaches algebraic number theory from historical standpoint. Demonstrates how concepts, definitions, theories have evolved during last 2 centuries. Abounds with numerical examples, over 200 problems, many concrete, specific theorems. Includes numerous graphs and tables.
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Algebraic Number Theory by Edwin Weiss Ideal either for classroom use or as exercises for mathematically-minded individuals, this text introduces elementary valuation theory, extension of valuations, local and ordinary arithmetic fields, and global, quadratic, and cyclotomic fields.
Continued Fractions by A. Ya. Khinchin Elementary-level text by noted Soviet mathematician offers superb introduction to positive-integral elements of theory of continued fractions. Properties of the apparatus, representation of numbers by continued fractions, more. 1964 edition.
Uniform Distribution of Sequences by L. Kuipers, H. Niederreiter The theory of uniform distribution began with Weyl's celebrated paper of 1916 and this book summarizes its development through the mid-1970s, with comprehensive coverage of methods and principles. 1974 edition.
History of the Theory of Numbers, Volume III: Quadratic and Higher Forms by Leonard Eugene Dickson This 3rd volume in the series History of the Theory of Numbers presents material related to Quadratic and Higher Forms. The investigations deal with the most advanced parts of the theory of numbers. 1919 edition.
