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Classical I need some directions of books on classical mechanics

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Intro Physics Good books on kinematics for intermediate level

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Intro Physics Classic physics textbook with the monkey on a rope problem

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Other What Math Books Are Needed for Self-Taught Physics?

  • Puglife
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Quantum Introduction to Quantum Mechanics by David J. Griffiths

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Quantum Book recommendations for learning 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?

  • The Bill
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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 ODE textbook for passing a proficiency exam 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?

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

  • Hamilton080
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Classical Best Textbook for thermodynamics and statistical mechanics

  • grandpa2390
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Relativity Is AP French Necessary for Understanding Morin's Mechanics Book?

  • RubinLicht
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Particle Good Books on Superstring Theories

  • StuartY
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Classical What Are the Prerequisites for Purcell's Electromagnetism?

  • RubinLicht
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Intro Physics The Final Verdict on the Feynman Lectures?

  • Vardaan Bhat
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Calculus Really need to read the textbook?

  • Ethan Hummel
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Applied Can I start Strogatz's Nonlinear Dynamics at chapter 8?

  • Feynman's fan
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Relativity Choosing a textbook for first-year general relativity and cosmology

  • soviet1100
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Brief seminal texts on relativity for beginners

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Other Physics and math textbooks for grades 9-12

  • Peter25samaha
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How to read Newton's Principia Mathematica

  • arabianights
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Classical Extra sources of information(electromagnetism)

  • Rampart
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Discrete What Is the Most Rigorous Combinatorics Book Available?

  • SrVishi
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Could you recommend me good math books?

  • Andres Perez
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Engineering Alternative for Ogata System Dynamics?

  • MacLaddy
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Other What Exactly is an Introductory Level for Quantum Mechanics?

  • Amrator
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Analysis Looking for a Good Book on Complex Analysis?

  • Maths Absorber
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Solid state / condensed matter physics books

  • chikou24i
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Classical How good are the MIT introductory physics series?

  • Physicaa
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Classical A-level physics textbook recommendations

  • VjStylz
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Solid State Best solid state physics textbook that can replace Kittel

  • ahmed markhoos
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Algebra Are Schaums outlines not good enough?

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Classical Book for learning AC circuit analysis

  • Titan97
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Book on waves and tides (oceanic)

  • Tahmeed
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Problem book to accompany Feynman Lectures?

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

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What are the two ways to study literature?

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

  • Jianphys17
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Engineering What Are the Best Textbooks on Thermoelectrics Fundamentals?

  • Sirsh
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Classical A source for solved problems in Kinetic theory of gases

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

  • ykeyani
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Relativity Schutz vs MTW Track-1 for learning general relativity

  • Elnur Hajiyev
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Relativity Modern books on Special Relativity

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

  • Joker93
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Hi all -- I need a good reference about linear algebra

  • ahmed habala
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Intro Math Foundations of Mathematics Book Search

  • moriheru
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Thermodynamic equation from textbook

  • akshay86
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Particle What are some introductory texts for extra dimensions and branes?

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

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

  • SrVishi
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Classical Which book is better for the physics olympiad?

  • Ankit Chowdhury
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Other Book recommendations read for genetics, evolution, and neurobiology

  • CuriousPhilosopher
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Particle Books about the Standard Model (with math)

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Learning c++ for math, CFD, etc.

  • Mech2013
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Calculus Take Math Further: Hubbard and Hubbard at UCSD

  • RubinLicht
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Relativity Alternative to Kleppner - Kolenkow chapter on relativity

  • almarpa
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Classical Recommend a good book for advanced thermodynamics?

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

  • Eldwod
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Classical Should I use Morin or Kleppner and Kolenkow

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

  • Yashbhatt
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Quantum Is 'God Does Not Play Dice' worth reading after Ballentine and Sakurai?

  • maNoFchangE
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Intro Physics What do you think about the Feynman lectures?

  • hubot
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Mathematics for Engineers – Good courses, textbooks etc?

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

  • prashant singh
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interpreting the ending of Thelma and Louise for a road narrative essay

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

  • bacte2013
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Algebra Sheldon Axler's Algebra and Trig/Precalculus for proofs?

  • OceanSpring
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Chemistry What is the History of Organic Chemistry in 1912?

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

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

  • Sirsh
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Classical Graduate-level electrodynamics books beyond Griffiths

  • Suman Saha
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Are there Physics and Mathematics Texts for Holistic Learners

  • Jarvis323
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Intro Math What is a good book for inequalities?

  • Maths Absorber
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Any good all-around physics books?

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

  • Mastermind01
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Refer me to a book of calculus to clear the basic concepts

  • Arqam Habib Khan
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Other Where can I get the work "De Mundo" by William Gilbert?

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What are some good books to study mathematical logic?

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

  • anachin6000
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Best introductory textbooks on differential forms

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

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Analysis Recommend me a calculus of variation book

  • junhyeok
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Foundations Intro to Proof (Foundational) Mathematics

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Classical Easier problems to prepare for Kleppner and Kolenkow

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Classical Physics Textbook structured by History?

  • mark.laidlaw19
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Analysis What are some alternatives to Rudin for learning complex analysis?

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

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Classical Rigorous intro E&M and mechanics books for concurrent multivariable calculus

  • Elvis 123456789
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Intro Physics Difference between Physics and Fundamental University Physic

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

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