By Wynter Snow
TeX for the Beginner
Addison-Wesley, 1992
ISBN: 0-201-54799-6
377 pages
This manual is specifically designed as a simple introduction to TeX. It is especially useful for those who are using both TeX and LaTeX because it notes variations between LaTeX code and TeX code.
From the back cover of
TeX for the Beginner...
This book is a hands-on tutorial for people learning how to produce documents with the TeX typesetting system. TeX is widely used and highly regarded by writers and typists in mathematics, science, and engineering, but it has not been an easy system for everyone to master. Although good reference manuals exist, a simpler and more basic guide has long been needed. With this carefully paced introductory book, all beginning TeX users, with or without a strong technical background, will find an accessible and practical way to learn all that they need to know in order to use the system effectively.
Clear and friendly explanations, supported by well-chosen examples, lead readers one step at a time through the correct use of TeX's most important commands, functions, and procedures. The author also identifies common bugs that can occur, and shows how to fix them when they do. Her approach throughout the book is to put herself squarely on the side of new users, understanding their first efforts with TeX and anticipating their most critical needs.
LaTeX notes are provided for people using that particular version of TeX. These notes appear wherever information about TeX is different with LaTeX.
Highlights
- Specifically designed for beginners
- Shows how to accomplish essential formatting tasks
- Illustrates how to write new macros (TeX commands)
- Includes practical tips on diagnosing and correcting common bugs
- Provides a solid base for more advanced work.
This well-written and witty book will help make your introduction to TeX a delightful and rewarding experience.