I have two books that might be a good fit for you since they are specially written for adult learners in mind. (disclaimer: I wrote these books and I have a financial interest in promoting them)
The No Bullshit Guide to Math & Physics [1] is a condensed review of high school math, followed by mechanics (PHYS 101) and calculus (CALC I and II). It's not as rigorous as other more proof-oriented textbooks, but it still covers all the material.
The No Bullshit Guide to Linear Algebra [2] is all about linear algebra and also includes three chapters on applications, so you'll learn the fundamental ideas but also what they are used for IRL.
Both books come with exercises and problem sets with answers, which is essential for learning. In fact one could say all math learning happens when you try to solve problems on your own, not just reading.
Ah I had a vague recollection of your work, I think I read a pirated multi scanned janky pdf once - but I couldn’t remember who it was written by, just had ‘Russian’ stuck in my head and Ivan triggered it!
I’ll buy your book now I’m a man of means and ready to learn properly.
Yeah the Russian pirated books site (libgen.li right now) has a version, but it's outdated.
I recommend getting the print version because it's easy to read (and flip back and forth with page references). We have a free-eBook-copy-when-you-buy-print policy—just get in touch with me by email and I'll send you the PDF with matching page numbers.
The No Bullshit Guide to Math & Physics [1] is a condensed review of high school math, followed by mechanics (PHYS 101) and calculus (CALC I and II). It's not as rigorous as other more proof-oriented textbooks, but it still covers all the material.
The No Bullshit Guide to Linear Algebra [2] is all about linear algebra and also includes three chapters on applications, so you'll learn the fundamental ideas but also what they are used for IRL.
Both books come with exercises and problem sets with answers, which is essential for learning. In fact one could say all math learning happens when you try to solve problems on your own, not just reading.
[1] https://minireference.com/static/excerpts/noBSmathphys_v5_pr... [2] https://minireference.com/static/excerpts/noBSLA_v2_preview....
See the reviews on amazon for what people say.