I recently read an abstract algebra textbook, "A first course in abstract algebra" by John Fraleigh. I am interested in continuing to do some more self studying. What is a good book for a second course in the subject for self studying?
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Michael Artin's Algebra is a great choice. It is pretty advanced for an undergrad book, but very well-written, and at times even humorous or entertaining. It's amazing that Artin manages to discuss so much material in this slim book--he even reviews some abstract linear algebra. It has an introduction to Galois theory at the end.
You can also check out the classic texts by Herstein and Jacobson (the latter is usually used by first-year grad students).