 | A Concise Introduction to Linear Algebra Building on the author's previousnbsp;edition on the subject ( Introduction to Linearnbsp;Algebra , Jones & Bartlett, 1996),nbsp;this book offers anbsp;refreshingly concise textnbsp;suitable for a standard course in linear algebra,nbsp;presenting anbsp;carefully selectednbsp;array ofnbsp;essentialnbsp;topics that can be thoroughly covered in a single semester.nbsp;Although thenbsp;exposition generally falls in line with thenbsp;material recommended bynbsp;the Linear Algebra Curriculum Study Group,nbsp;itnbsp;notably deviatesnbsp;innbsp;providing annbsp;early emphasis on the geometricnbsp;foundations of linear algebra. This gives students a more intuitive understanding of the subject and enables annbsp;easier grasp of more abstract concepts covered later in the course. The focus throughout is rooted in the mathematical fundamentals,nbsp;but the text alsonbsp;investigates a number of interesting applications, including a section on computernbsp;graphics,nbsp;a chapter on numerical methods, and many exercises and examples using MATLAB. Meanwhile, manynbsp;visuals and problems (a complete solutions manual is available to instructors) are included to enhance and reinforce understanding throughout the book. Brief yet precise and rigorous,nbsp;thisnbsp;work is an ideal choice fornbsp;a one-semester course in linear algebra targeted primarily at math or physics majors.nbsp;It is a valuablenbsp;tool for any professor who teaches the subject. |
