Algebraic Combinatorics and the Monster Group

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Algebraic Combinatorics and the Monster Group is written by Alexander A. Ivanov and published by Cambridge University Press. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 1009338056 (ISBN 10) and 9781009338059 (ISBN 13).

Covering, arguably, one of the most attractive and mysterious mathematical objects, the Monster group, this text strives to provide an insightful introduction and the discusses the current state of the field. The Monster group is related to many areas of mathematics, as well as physics, from number theory to string theory. This book cuts through the complex nature of the field, highlighting some of the mysteries and intricate relationships involved. Containing many meaningful examples and a manual introduction to the computer package GAP, it provides the opportunity and resources for readers to start their own calculations. Some 20 experts here share their expertise spanning this exciting field, and the resulting volume is ideal for researchers and graduate students working in Combinatorial Algebra, Group theory and related areas.