Good linear algebra book recommendation

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around recommendations for linear algebra textbooks suitable for self-study. Participants share their preferences and experiences with various books, highlighting different levels of rigor and approaches to the subject.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant recommends "Linear Algebra Done Right" by Axler as their preferred choice.
  • Another participant mentions "Linear Algebra" by Hoffman and Kunze without further elaboration.
  • A participant shares a positive experience with "The Linear Algebra a Beginning Graduate Student Ought to Know" by Jonathan Golan, noting its depth compared to their undergraduate textbook.
  • One suggestion includes a link to a rigorous treatment of linear algebra, although no specific title is provided.
  • A participant recommends "Linear Algebra" by Strang for beginners, indicating its suitability for first-time learners.
  • A later reply reiterates the suggestion for the rigorous book and adds Jim Hefferon's book as a less rigorous alternative, providing a link to it.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a variety of preferences for different textbooks, indicating that there is no consensus on a single best recommendation. Multiple competing views on the level of rigor and approach to teaching linear algebra remain evident.

Contextual Notes

Some recommendations depend on the reader's prior knowledge and desired depth of study, which may not be fully articulated in the responses.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in self-studying linear algebra, particularly those seeking various levels of rigor in their learning materials.

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Hello everyone,

I am looking to teach myself linear algebra this summer, but I can't find a good book.
Any recommendations?

-miss fangula
 
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I like Axler the best. There are lots of similar threads in the science book forum. I sugggest you search there if you want to see other recommendations.
 
hoffman kunze
 
One of my professors recommended "The Linear Algebra a Beginning Graduate Student Ought to Know" by Jonathan Golan. I am currently working through it right now, and I am enjoying it thoroughly, as it is a little more involved than the textbook I had for my undergraduate linear algebra course (the only one I've had the opportunity to take so far).
 
I'm self-studying using Linear Algebra by Strang, and I'd recommend it for anyone who is learning linear algebra for the first time.
 

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