Jiˇ r ´ ı Ad ´ amek Horst Herrlich Abstract and Concrete Categories The Joy of Cats Dedicated to

Abstract

This up-to-date introductory treatment employs category theory to explore the theory of structures. Its unique approach stresses concrete categories and presents a systematic view of factorization structures, offering a unifying perspective on earlier work and summarizing recent developments. Numerous examples, ranging from general to specific, illuminate the text. 1990 edition, updated 2004.