{"product_id":"a-first-course-in-category-theory-9783031428982","title":"A First Course In Category Theory","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Agore | Ana\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Springer Verlag\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Springer\u003cbr\u003e • Subject: Mathematics and Statistics\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Algebra - Abstract\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom the Back Cover\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis textbook provides a first introduction to category theory, a powerful framework and tool for understanding mathematical structures. Designed for students with no previous knowledge of the subject, this book offers a gentle approach to mastering its fundamental principles.\u003cbr\u003eUnlike traditional category theory books, which can often be overwhelming for beginners, this book has been carefully crafted to offer a clear and concise introduction to the subject. It covers all the essential topics, including categories, functors, natural transformations, duality, equivalence, (co)limits, and adjunctions. Abundant fully-worked examples guide readers in understanding the core concepts, while complete proofs and instructive exercises reinforce comprehension and promote self-study. The author also provides background material and references, making the book suitable for those with a basic understanding of groups, rings, modules, topological spaces, and set theory.\u003cbr\u003eBased on the author's course at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel, the book is perfectly suited for classroom use in a first introductory course in category theory. Its clear and concise style, coupled with its detailed coverage of key concepts, makes it equally suited for self-study.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Springer Verlag","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45091007234199,"sku":"9783031428982","price":6375.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9783031428982.webp?v=1769203474","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/a-first-course-in-category-theory-9783031428982","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}