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Calculus Books on waves, ODE, PDE and calculus

Mar 31, 2016 · Replies 13 · Apr 5, 2016

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Other Self-Studying ODE: Is It Possible in 4 Weeks?

Apr 1, 2016 · Replies 18 · Apr 4, 2016

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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?

Apr 1, 2016 · Replies 3 · Apr 2, 2016

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Classical What Is the Best Commentary on Aristotle's Physics?

Apr 1, 2016 · Replies 2 · Apr 1, 2016

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Classical Best Textbook for thermodynamics and statistical mechanics

Mar 29, 2016 · Replies 5 · Mar 31, 2016

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Relativity Is AP French Necessary for Understanding Morin's Mechanics Book?

Mar 29, 2016 · Replies 3 · Mar 29, 2016

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Particle Good Books on Superstring Theories

Mar 29, 2016 · Replies 1 · Mar 29, 2016

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Classical What Are the Prerequisites for Purcell's Electromagnetism?

Mar 26, 2016 · Replies 23 · Mar 28, 2016

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Intro Physics The Final Verdict on the Feynman Lectures?

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Calculus Really need to read the textbook?

Mar 27, 2016 · Replies 18 · Mar 27, 2016

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Applied Nonlinear Dynamics & Chaos: Is It Possible to Jump In Mid-Book?

Mar 19, 2016 · Replies 1 · Mar 27, 2016

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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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Classical Extra sources of information(electromagnetism)

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Discrete What Is the Most Rigorous Combinatorics Book Available?

Mar 12, 2016 · Replies 2 · Mar 24, 2016

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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?

Mar 22, 2016 · Replies 2 · Mar 22, 2016

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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?

Mar 21, 2016 · Replies 4 · Mar 21, 2016

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Classical Top A-Level Physics Textbook Recommendations | Improve Your Understanding

Mar 7, 2016 · Replies 9 · Mar 20, 2016

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Solid State Best solid state physics textbook that can replace Kittel

Mar 17, 2016 · Replies 4 · Mar 20, 2016

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Algebra Are Schaums outlines not good enough?

Mar 9, 2016 · Replies 26 · Mar 19, 2016

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Classical Book for learning AC circuit analysis

Mar 2, 2016 · Replies 3 · Mar 16, 2016

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Book on waves and tides (oceanic)

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Problem book to accompany Feynman Lectures?

Mar 14, 2016 · Replies 5 · Mar 15, 2016

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Engineering Books for Self-Study: Finding Resources for EE Masters Prep

Mar 12, 2016 · Replies 2 · Mar 13, 2016

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What are the two ways to study literature?

Mar 11, 2016 · Replies 2 · Mar 11, 2016

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Which Book is Best for Studying Analysis 2 and Multivariable Calculus?

Mar 11, 2016 · Replies 2 · Mar 11, 2016

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Engineering What Are the Best Textbooks on Thermoelectrics Fundamentals?

Mar 9, 2016 · Replies 1 · Mar 9, 2016

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Classical A source for solved problems in Kinetic theory of gases

Mar 9, 2016 · Replies 1 · Mar 9, 2016

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Intro Math What Are the Best Math Books for a Gifted 10-Year-Old?

Mar 8, 2016 · Replies 2 · Mar 9, 2016

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Relativity Comparing General Relativity books

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Relativity Modern books on Special Relativity

Mar 4, 2016 · Replies 3 · Mar 7, 2016

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Linear Algebra Which one of these Linear Algebra textbooks is the best?

Jan 14, 2016 · Replies 7 · Mar 7, 2016

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Hi all -- I need a good reference about linear algebra

Feb 2, 2016 · Replies 22 · Mar 7, 2016

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Intro Math Foundations of Mathematics Book Search

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Thermodynamic equation from textbook

Jan 31, 2016 · Replies 21 · Mar 7, 2016

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Particle What are some introductory texts for extra dimensions and branes?

Mar 1, 2016 · Replies 2 · Mar 7, 2016

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Intro Physics What are some introduction level all around physics books?

Mar 6, 2016 · Replies 1 · Mar 6, 2016

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Prob/Stats Which Advanced Math Courses Prepare a Math Major for Statistics?

Mar 5, 2016 · Replies 3 · Mar 5, 2016

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Classical Which book is better for the physics olympiad?

Mar 2, 2016 · Replies 1 · Mar 5, 2016

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Other Book recommendations read for genetics, evolution, and neurobiology

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Particle Books about the Standard Model (with math)

Mar 4, 2016 · Replies 2 · Mar 4, 2016

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Learning c++ for math, CFD, etc.

Mar 1, 2016 · Replies 5 · Mar 4, 2016

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Calculus Take Math Further: Hubbard and Hubbard at UCSD

Mar 1, 2016 · Replies 5 · Mar 3, 2016

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Relativity Alternative to Kleppner - Kolenkow chapter on relativity

Mar 2, 2016 · Replies 5 · Mar 3, 2016

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Classical Recommend a good book for advanced thermodynamics?

Mar 2, 2016 · Replies 6 · Mar 3, 2016

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Other How much math is required to understand Feynman's lectures?

Mar 3, 2016 · Replies 2 · Mar 3, 2016

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Classical Should I use Morin or Kleppner and Kolenkow

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Classical How can I better understand transistors and their various uses?

Feb 27, 2016 · Replies 1 · Feb 29, 2016

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Quantum What's So Attractive About Sneaking a Look at God's Cards?

Feb 25, 2016 · Replies 1 · Feb 26, 2016

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Intro Physics What do you think about the Feynman lectures?

Feb 23, 2016 · Replies 11 · Feb 25, 2016

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Mathematics for Engineers – Good courses, textbooks etc?

Feb 24, 2016 · Replies 1 · Feb 24, 2016

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What is the Best Book for Fluid Mechanics from Beginning to Advanced Level?

Feb 19, 2016 · Replies 6 · Feb 24, 2016

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Help with literature essay about the film Thelma and Louise

Feb 23, 2016 · Replies 7 · Feb 23, 2016

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Analysis Seeking a Rudin's PMA-level analysis book with abstract proofs

Feb 17, 2016 · Replies 3 · Feb 23, 2016

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Algebra Sheldon Axler's Algebra and Trig/Precalculus for proofs?

Feb 22, 2016 · Replies 3 · Feb 23, 2016

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Chemistry What is the History of Organic Chemistry in 1912?

Feb 21, 2016 · Replies 1 · Feb 22, 2016

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Linear Algebra A search for a classic, out of print Linear Algebra textbook

Feb 19, 2016 · Replies 2 · Feb 22, 2016

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Calculus Resources for learning Fourier's and Laplace transforms/series in 2 weeks

Feb 20, 2016 · Replies 3 · Feb 21, 2016

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Classical Electrodynamics Books | Graduate Level Suggestions

Jan 23, 2016 · Replies 26 · Feb 20, 2016

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Are there Physics and Mathematics Texts for Holistic Learners

Feb 10, 2016 · Replies 45 · Feb 20, 2016

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A good book for tensor notation....

Feb 19, 2016 · Replies 5 · Feb 20, 2016

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Intro Math What is a good book for inequalities?

Feb 13, 2016 · Replies 1 · Feb 20, 2016

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Any good all-around physics books?

Feb 5, 2016 · Replies 14 · Feb 19, 2016

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Classical What Are the Best Algebra-Based Physics Books for Exam Prep?

Feb 8, 2016 · Replies 3 · Feb 17, 2016

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Refer me to a book of calculus to clear the basic concepts

Jan 18, 2016 · Replies 8 · Feb 17, 2016

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Other Where can I get the work "De Mundo" by William Gilbert?

Feb 13, 2016 · Replies 2 · Feb 15, 2016

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What is the significance of the recent LIGO result and its impact on textbooks?

Feb 14, 2016 · Replies 6 · Feb 15, 2016

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What are some good books to study mathematical logic?

Feb 12, 2016 · Replies 3 · Feb 13, 2016

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Particle What are some recommended books for self-studying nuclear and particle physics?

Feb 9, 2016 · Replies 13 · Feb 13, 2016

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First approach to differential forms

Feb 6, 2016 · Replies 7 · Feb 12, 2016

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Quantum Ballentine's book: 1st or 2nd edition?

Feb 11, 2016 · Replies 4 · Feb 11, 2016

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Analysis Recommend me a calculus of variation book

Feb 10, 2016 · Replies 1 · Feb 11, 2016

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Foundations Intro to Proof (Foundational) Mathematics

Feb 3, 2016 · Replies 10 · Feb 7, 2016

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Classical Alternative to Kleppner & kolenkow problems

Feb 2, 2016 · Replies 7 · Feb 7, 2016

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Classical Physics Textbook structured by History?

Jan 21, 2016 · Replies 5 · Feb 6, 2016

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Analysis What are some alternatives to Rudin for learning complex analysis?

Jan 30, 2016 · Replies 14 · Feb 5, 2016

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Intro Physics Is There a Solution Manual Available for Nonlinear Optics by Robert W Boyd?

Feb 3, 2016 · Replies 3 · Feb 4, 2016

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Classical Recommendation for rigorous intro books to mechanics and E&M

Feb 3, 2016 · Replies 5 · Feb 3, 2016

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Intro Physics Difference between Physics and Fundamental University Physic

Jan 26, 2016 · Replies 2 · Feb 1, 2016

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What Are the Best Textbooks for an Introduction to Mathematical Modeling?

Feb 1, 2016 · Replies 10 · Feb 1, 2016

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Analysis Looking for a rigorous intro to functional analysis with practical applications?

Feb 1, 2016 · Replies 3 · Feb 1, 2016

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Geometry Textbook on Co-ordinate Geometry and Vector Analysis

Feb 1, 2016 · Replies 5 · Feb 1, 2016

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Other Preparing for GRE Math Subject Test: Engineering Background

Feb 1, 2016 · Replies 2 · Feb 1, 2016

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Intro Physics Should I blame the book for my inability to learn physics?

Jan 28, 2016 · Replies 28 · Feb 1, 2016

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Why Are Old Textbooks Often More Durable Than Newer Ones?

Jan 30, 2016 · Replies 2 · Jan 30, 2016

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Applied Systems of 1st order PDEs with many independant variables?

Jan 29, 2016 · Replies 2 · Jan 30, 2016

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Statistical Physics Textbook: F Mandl or Other Suggestions

Jan 21, 2016 · Replies 6 · Jan 27, 2016

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Quantum Quantum mechanics (mathematics): exercise book

Jan 26, 2016 · Replies 2 · Jan 27, 2016

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Quantum Which books say about general proof of renormalization?

Jan 27, 2016 · Replies 1 · Jan 27, 2016

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Classical An introduction to mechanics solutions

Jan 23, 2016 · Replies 2 · Jan 24, 2016

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Solid State What would i need to begin in Solid State?

Jan 23, 2016 · Replies 2 · Jan 24, 2016

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