So I checked out Rudin's Analysis book for fun

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The discussion centers around the high cost of a specific advanced mathematics textbook, noted for its compact size and significant price tag of $150 on Amazon. While the author, Rudin, is praised for his quality, the value of the book is questioned, especially considering the potential for loss. Comparisons are made to other textbooks, with Pugh's work being mentioned as a preferable alternative. Participants highlight the availability of used copies at much lower prices, suggesting that purchasing internationally can yield even better deals. The conversation reflects a broader concern about the pricing of academic materials and the practicality of hardcover editions in today's market.
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... the book is tiny ... (sure it has lots of advanced material) but wow ... $150 new on Amazon, for something you could lose to your couch? crazy.
 
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I should go into the textbook business.

Rudin is one of the best author's I've read, though that list is pretty short. It's probably almost worth all that money.
 
how much fun did you have?
 
mathwonk said:
how much fun did you have?
not much. i was just curious to see what higher level math textbooks contained, lotsss of theorems!
 
Pugh Analysis is better.
 
I've checked amazon and the only book of his that costs so much is functional analysis but still it doesn't cost 150 dollars.
 
loop quantum gravity said:
I've checked amazon and the only book of his that costs so much is functional analysis but still it doesn't cost 150 dollars.
USA Hardcover $156.25
 
dude, go international. its like $26 for a used one. XD
 
who buys hardcover, nowadays?
 
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strings235 said:
dude, go international. its like $26 for a used one. XD

Or for half that price, new. :wink:
http://firstandsecond.com/store/books/info/search.asp?styp=isb&stxt=0070856133
 
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