Any1 can recommend any good e-book for linear algebra ?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around recommendations for e-books related to linear algebra, calculus, and foundational mathematics, particularly those that emphasize proof techniques. Participants share various titles and resources they find useful.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants recommend "Linear Algebra Done Wrong" as a good resource for linear algebra.
  • Richard Hammack's "Book of Proof" is suggested as a valuable text for foundational mathematics, with a free online version available.
  • There is uncertainty regarding recommendations for calculus texts, with participants noting that while there may be suitable options, they are not specified.
  • Gilbert Strang's calculus book is mentioned, but it is noted that it lacks rigor, and reviews are suggested for further evaluation.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the value of the recommended texts, but there is no consensus on a specific calculus book, indicating multiple competing views or a lack of definitive recommendations.

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Some recommendations depend on the definition of rigor and the specific needs of the reader, which may not be fully addressed in the discussion.

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Richard Hammack's "Book of proof" is good. There's a free online version here:

http://www.people.vcu.edu/~rhammack/BookOfProof/

I don't know if there's anything like that for calculus. There's probably something, but someone else will have to recommend it.
 
Fredrik said:
Richard Hammack's "Book of proof" is good. There's a free online version here:

http://www.people.vcu.edu/~rhammack/BookOfProof/

I don't know if there's anything like that for calculus. There's probably something, but someone else will have to recommend it.
Thanks so much!
 

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