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Quantum Appropriate pre requisites for quantum field theory?
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Other Books on the History of Physics and Math
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Quantum Physics and math textbooks for self study
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Cosmology Cosmology&particles astrophysics textbook
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Quantum Spin First Approach to Quantum Mechanics Textbook
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Solid State Beginners' Solid State & Electronics Textbooks
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Other Learn How Physical Science Research Works for Future Physicists/Scientists
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Mathematically in-depth textbook for QM course
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Classical Need a Book on Hydrodynamics for Your Master's Degree in Physics?
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Video lectures for differential equations 2
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Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy
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Other Linguistics Book: Overview of Languages from Antiquity to Present
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Classical Good self study book for Electricity and Magnetism
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Engineering Which Book Best Aligns with These Fluid Dynamics Topics?
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Other Textbooks for different branches of physics
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Classical Absolute Beginner's Guide to Learning Maths & Physics
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Chemistry Forensic Science Books: Find Advanced Free Books
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Foundations of Mechanical Engineering (textbook)
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Quantum Gauge Theories on Particle Physics
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Studying material two variable functions
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Classical Duffing Oscillator: Get Resources to Study it
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Number Theory What Are Some Recommended Books for Learning p-adic Numbers?
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Calculus Hubbard and Hubbard for multivariate calculus
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Looking for Mathematically Rigorous QM Textbooks? Any Suggestions?
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Calculus PDE: Haberman vs Bleecker vs Asmar
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Intro Math For Dummies? Geometry and Trig self-study tips please
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Quantum Good self study books for physics of quantum computing
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Seminal physics books offer something more than textbooks?
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Classical University Physics with Modern Physics by Bauer/Westfall?
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Particle Prerequisites for Giunti and Kim's Neutrino Physics
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Calculus A dilemma between two multivariable calculus books
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Other International math and physics high school books
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Linear Algebra Found a real nice free linear algebra book
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Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences (alternative?)
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Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences by Mary L. Boas
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Geometry Book for learning properties of triangle and circle
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Classical Self study project, feedback on my selection of books?
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Calculus What is a good book for learning rigorous calculus?
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Chemistry Can you synthesize any chemical just by looking at its equation?
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Astronomy [Suggest] Feynman lectures on Physics
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Other Best book for nonlinear dynamics for a beginner
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Stratton Electromagnetic Theory Chapter 1 and 2 problem solutions missing?
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Geometry Book on Differential Geometry/Topology with applications
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Algebra Free paperback copy of Atiyah/MacDonald
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Number Theory Concise Introduction Book to Number Theory?
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Atomic Modern Physics/Structure of Matter
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Classical Need a Supplement for Understanding Classical Mechanics?
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Calculus Textbook for learning PDE's applied to physics?
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Which Book Offers Intuitive Insights for Advanced Mathematical Methods?
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Analysis How are Bourbaki's book and Dieudonne's book?
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Engineering What Textbook Covers Design and Evaluation of Mechanical Systems?
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Analysis Elementary Analysis: The Theory of Calculus by Ross
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Relativity Spacetime Physics by Edwin F. Taylor and John Archibald Wheeler
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A question from Warren Siegel's textbook 'Fields'
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Other What Are the Best Textbooks for Self-Studying HSC Biology and Chemistry?
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Learn Mechanics: Self-Study Guide & Prerequisites
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Relativity Special Relativity by T.M. Helliwell
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Classical Books for Statistical Mechanics self study?
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Nuclear Need three ebooks about radiation
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Analysis Good supplementary real analysis book
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Intro Physics Physics Book to do along with Calc I through III?
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Other I need some advice regarding books (Math, Physics)
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Other Books for waves in Non-linear and dispersive media?
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Classical I need some directions of books on classical mechanics
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Intro Physics Discover the Top Books on Kinematics for All Levels | Expert Recommendations
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Intro Physics Need help remembering a classic Physics books
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Other What Math Books Are Needed for Self-Taught Physics?
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Quantum Introduction to Quantum Mechanics by David J. Griffiths
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Quantum Which Books Are Best for Beginners in Quantum Electrodynamics?
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Linear Algebra Book about block matrix multiplication
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Analysis General texts on systems of partial differential equations?
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Classical Find the Best Thermodynamics Books for Clear Insight
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Classical How to Find θ1 and θ2 in Equilibrium for Given Masses?
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Wolfram Mathematica demonstrations programming book
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Calculus Books on waves, ODE, PDE and calculus
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Other Self-Studying ODE: Is It Possible in 4 Weeks?
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Suggestions for algebra text for 14 year old
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Other Best books and lectures in general physics
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Algebra Books that mix modern physics with algebra and geometry
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Classical What Is the Best Path to Tackle Goldstein's Classical Mechanics?
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Classical What Is the Best Commentary on Aristotle's Physics?
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Classical Best Textbook for thermodynamics and statistical mechanics
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Relativity Is AP French Necessary for Understanding Morin's Mechanics Book?
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Particle Good Books on Superstring Theories
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Classical What Are the Prerequisites for Purcell's Electromagnetism?
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Intro Physics The Final Verdict on the Feynman Lectures?
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Calculus Really need to read the textbook?
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Applied Nonlinear Dynamics & Chaos: Is It Possible to Jump In Mid-Book?
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Relativity Another General Relativity book thread
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Simple relativity texts for beginners
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Other High School Physics & Math Annals - Grades 9-12
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Newton's "Principia Mathematica": Understanding the Hard Parts
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Discrete What Is the Most Rigorous Combinatorics Book Available?
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Could you recommend me good math books?
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Engineering Alternative for Ogata System Dynamics?
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Other What Exactly is an Introductory Level for Quantum Mechanics?
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Analysis Looking for a Good Book on Complex Analysis?
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Solid state / condensed matter physics books
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Classical How good are the MIT introductory physics series?
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