Basic Linear Algebra 2nd Edition
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Basic Linear Algebra 2nd Edition
Basic Linear Algebra 2nd Edition
By T. S. Blyth, Edmund F. Robertson
Publisher: Springer
Number Of Pages: 232
Publication Date: 2002-08-26
ISBN-10 / ASIN: 1852336625
ISBN-13 / EAN: 9781852336622
Binding: Paperback
Basic Linear Algebra is a text for first year students leading from concrete examples to abstract theorems, via tutorial-type exercises. More exercises (of the kind a student may expect in examination papers) are grouped at the end of each section. The book covers the most important basics of any first course on linear algebra, explaining the algebra of matrices with applications to analytic geometry, systems of linear equations, difference equations and complex numbers. Linear equations are treated via Hermite normal forms which provides a successful and concrete explanation of the notion of linear independence. Another important highlight is the connection between linear mappings and matrices leading to the change of basis theorem which opens the door to the notion of similarity. This new and revised edition features additional exercises and coverage of Cramer’s rule (omitted from the first edition). However, it is the new, extra chapter on computer assistance that will be of particular interest to readers: this will take the form of a tutorial on the use of the “LinearAlgebra” package in MAPLE 7 and will deal with all the aspects of linear algebra developed within the book.
Summary: Bad for teaching, Ideal for reference
Rating: 3
I used this book as the primary text in my Basic Linear Algebra class. The information is presented in a manner that is overly dense for instruction, and the problems are, at best, mediocre. Fortunately for us, the instructor wrote his own problems for our practice.
Later, I needed to give a friend a crash course in linear algebra for a philosophy of science course he was starting. I used this book as a reference for my tutoring, and it was ideal. The chapter layout and examples are perfect for use as a reference by one who is already familiar with the material. I let my friend borrow this book for the semester and he has repeated my opinion, that it makes an ideal reference book.
A five star book would have a reasonable balance of reference and teaching, this one fails in teaching and makes for an excellent reference, so I am giving a rating of three stars.
Summary: Not very impressed.
Rating: 2
We use this book in my Linear Algebra class, and i really dont like it. The book is pretty terse, and doesnt explain things very clearly. Text needs to be re-read several times to understand the concepts. If you can get a more detailed book on the subject with clearer explanations.
Summary: Vision Researcher
Rating: 4
Linear Algebra is the core of computer vision related research. I highly recommend this book for people who are willing to make research in this field.
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