The seventh edition of Contemporary Abstract Algebra, by Joseph A. Gallian, Provides a solid introduction to the traditional topics in abstract algebra while conveying that it is a contemporary subject used daily by working mathematicians, computer scientist, and chemists. The text includes numerous theoretical and computational exercises, figures, and tables to teach you how to work out problems, as well as to write proofs. Additionally, the author provides biographies, poems, song Lyrics, historical notes, and much more to make reading the text an interesting, accessible and enjoyable experience. Contemporary Abstract Algebra will keep you engaged and gives you a great introduction to an important subject.