Linear Algebra: An Introduction, Second Edition May 2026

: Introduces vectors, subspaces, linear independence, basis and dimension, and the rank of a matrix.

: Provides in-depth material on Determinants , Jordan Canonical Forms , and Markov Chains . Key Features and Pedagogy Linear Algebra: An Introduction, Second Edition

You can find new and used copies of this edition through various retailers: : Introduces vectors

: Focuses on orthogonality, projections, the QR algorithm, and least-squares fit. basis and dimension

: The book starts with concrete, computational structures like matrices to provide a "nonthreatening" entry point before transitioning into more abstract vector spaces.