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# No bullshit guide to linear algebra

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Linear algebra is the foundation of science and engineering. Knowledge of linear algebra is a prerequisite for studying statistics, machine learning, computer graphics, signal processing, chemistry, economics, quantum mechanics, and countless other applications. Indeed, linear algebra offers a powerful toolbox for modelling the real world. The NO BULLSHIT GUIDE TO LINEAR ALGEBRA shows the connections between the computational techniques of linear algebra, their geometric interpretations, and the theoretical foundations. This university-level textbook contains lessons on linear algebra written in a style that is precise and concise. Each concept is illustrated through definitions, formulas, diagrams, explanations, and examples of real-world applications. Readers build their math superpowers by solving practice problems and learning to use the computer algebra system SymPy to speed up tedious matrix arithmetic tasks. “ The book explains the concepts in a way that gives a strong intuitive understanding. ” — Joe Nestor, student “ It’s very well written and a fun read! ” — Felix Kwok, professor “ I used this book in multiple big data courses when I needed a deeper understanding of the material. ” — Zane Zakraisek, student The author, Ivan Savov, combines 15 years of tutoring experience with a B.Eng. in electrical engineering, an M.Sc. in physics, and a Ph.D. in computer science from McGill University.

Review: ¿Por qué no los dos? - Clear, approachable writing, AND mathematical rigor. An enjoyable read.
Review: Very helpful book - I skipped an intro linear algebra course and started with a more advanced course, and this book helped make that possible. I read it over break before the semester started and also referenced it throughout the semester, and it has been extremely helpful. I also have Gilbert Strang's textbook to help me out, and I like that for the most part, but it is not written as considerately. For some reason linear algebra books are written in a way that assumes you've already read the book and are re-reading it because they often refer to concepts not yet covered -- as if they are written for instructors rather than students. Strang is especially guilty of this, as if he is writing the book for his colleagues, telling them how to teach the course. Ivan Savov's book is much less guilty of this, and is more considerate to students learning concepts for the first time. Although the title has "No Bullshit" (I guess to appeal to students), there is actually more writing/explanation than is typical of math books, and I appreciate the care and patience and consideration of the writing. Other authors tend to have the attitude that students should just figure stuff out, but time is precious, and reading this book will save precious time. The only improvement I can think of is, more cross-referencing with page numbers. Sometimes concepts are introduced and then covered more in-depth later. Referencing to page numbers would be very helpful. I hope there will be a new edition of this very-well written and helpful book, with better cross-referencing. About the printed copy: I like hard copies for math books because I make lots of notes and refer back-and-forth between pages. This hard copy has nice quality paper and great print. But the binding is not great, and some pages have fallen out (it is a thick book with smallish pages so you have to bend the spine a lot to open it fully). So other than that I'm glad I got the hard copy. Since the cross-referencing is not great, an ebook version would have been less convenient, at least for this first edition. I highly recommend this book.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #160,923 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #6 in Analytic Geometry (Books) #21 in Linear Algebra (Books) #64 in Algebra & Trigonometry |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 298 Reviews |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ¿Por qué no los dos?
*by W***N on February 28, 2026*

Clear, approachable writing, AND mathematical rigor. An enjoyable read.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very helpful book
*by S***9 on April 17, 2024*

I skipped an intro linear algebra course and started with a more advanced course, and this book helped make that possible. I read it over break before the semester started and also referenced it throughout the semester, and it has been extremely helpful. I also have Gilbert Strang's textbook to help me out, and I like that for the most part, but it is not written as considerately. For some reason linear algebra books are written in a way that assumes you've already read the book and are re-reading it because they often refer to concepts not yet covered -- as if they are written for instructors rather than students. Strang is especially guilty of this, as if he is writing the book for his colleagues, telling them how to teach the course. Ivan Savov's book is much less guilty of this, and is more considerate to students learning concepts for the first time. Although the title has "No Bullshit" (I guess to appeal to students), there is actually more writing/explanation than is typical of math books, and I appreciate the care and patience and consideration of the writing. Other authors tend to have the attitude that students should just figure stuff out, but time is precious, and reading this book will save precious time. The only improvement I can think of is, more cross-referencing with page numbers. Sometimes concepts are introduced and then covered more in-depth later. Referencing to page numbers would be very helpful. I hope there will be a new edition of this very-well written and helpful book, with better cross-referencing. About the printed copy: I like hard copies for math books because I make lots of notes and refer back-and-forth between pages. This hard copy has nice quality paper and great print. But the binding is not great, and some pages have fallen out (it is a thick book with smallish pages so you have to bend the spine a lot to open it fully). So other than that I'm glad I got the hard copy. Since the cross-referencing is not great, an ebook version would have been less convenient, at least for this first edition. I highly recommend this book.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My favorite Math book ever
*by D***H on January 22, 2019*

I am only just starting this book, but already I can see I hold in my hands something that is going to save me tons of frustration using traditional math books. I will update if that changes, but so far, my favorite math book. :-) The author seems to have a real gift for explaining the topic and hitting the essentials, not sure if this is the philosophy of the way the book is written or due to the author's own style, but the result is fantastic, and this is from someone who kind of hates mathematics, I meanI do not hate the topic, but the pedagogy that always seems to surround maths, i.e. using cryptic symbols, compressing the formulation to maximize obfuscation while increasing awe by neophytes, you can feel my disdain, however math is super useful, and I am embarrassed that I do not have a higher proficiency. I guess I just learn differently, I need to know why, before I know how, but most math books are only about how and rely on lots of supportive material that violates the Feynman rule.

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