English | October 6, 2012 | ISBN: 1461269407 | 255 pages | PDF | 5.66 Mb
Derived from lectures delivered at Claremont McKenna College, this text offers a comprehensive and conceptual introduction to linear algebra. Prioritizing structural understanding over computational techniques, it establishes connections between matrices and linear transformations from the beginning, equipping students for advanced exploration of abstract mathematics. Distinctively, this text incorporates an early introduction to group theory, illustrating the rigorous development of informal axiomatic systems—a feature uncommon in algebra texts at this level.
