For the most part this book is a clear and concise introduction to abstract algebra the prose is lucid and the authors notes and remarks give some intuitive rationale behind several of the results the exercises are well thought out and in some cases they expound on an idea touched on earlier in the chapter. Rings fields and groups an introduction to abstract algebra 2nd edition paperback january 1 2013 by allenby rbjt author 30 out of 5 stars 1 rating see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions price new from used from paperback please retry 1994 1994 2352 paperback 1994 1 used from 2352 4 new from 1994 the amazon book review book . Rings fields and groups gives a stimulating and unusual introduction to the results methods and ideas now commonly studied on abstract algebra courses at undergraduate level the author provides a mixture of informal and formal material which help to stimulate the enthusiasm of the student whilst still providing the essential theoretical concepts necessary for serious study. Rings fields and groups an introduction to abstract algebra by allenby r b j t publication date 1983 topics algebra abstract publisher london e arnold collection inlibrary printdisabled trent university internetarchivebooks digitizing sponsor kahle austin foundation contributor internet archive language english xxvi 294 p 24 cm includes bibliographical references p 277 . This book provides a stimulating and unusiual introduction to the results methods and ideas which are now commonly studied in abstract algebra courses in universities and polytechnics the mixture