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Cosmology books for high school students

Mar 1, 2015 · Replies 7 · May 1, 2015

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Pre-Calculus Books: Find Self-Taught Resources

Apr 10, 2015 · Replies 4 · May 1, 2015

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Applied Finite Math worth self learning or will I see the topics in future math courses?

Apr 25, 2015 · Replies 6 · Apr 30, 2015

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Algebra Abstract Algebra Book: Find the Best Textbook for Rigorous Understanding

Apr 27, 2015 · Replies 4 · Apr 30, 2015

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Calculus Comparing Calculus Books: Which Edition of Thomas' Calculus is Right for You?

Apr 18, 2015 · Replies 19 · Apr 30, 2015

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Calculus Regarding to Multi-Variable Calculus Books

Apr 29, 2015 · Replies 1 · Apr 29, 2015

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Linear Algebra Book Recommendation?

Jun 2, 2014 · Replies 13 · Apr 29, 2015

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Top Calculus Books for High Schoolers | Summer Reading Recommendations

May 8, 2013 · Replies 27 · Apr 29, 2015

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Calculus books used at top universities

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Calculus Why "Transition Books (Apostol, Spivak)" are necessary?

Apr 24, 2015 · Replies 12 · Apr 28, 2015

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Calculus Gelfand & Fomin vs. Lanczos to learn Calculus of Variations

Apr 20, 2015 · Replies 3 · Apr 27, 2015

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Prob/Stats Axiomatic Set Theory: Book Recommendations?

Apr 27, 2015 · Replies 4 · Apr 27, 2015

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Intro Physics Conceptual Physics 9th Edition Paul Hewitt

Apr 26, 2015 · Replies 4 · Apr 27, 2015

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Algebra Math in Real World: Solving Linear Equations

Apr 26, 2015 · Replies 2 · Apr 26, 2015

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Classical Find the Best Physics Books - Special Thanks to Micromass

Apr 19, 2015 · Replies 25 · Apr 26, 2015

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Old Math Textbooks from 1950s: Anybody Else Use Them?

Apr 23, 2015 · Replies 17 · Apr 25, 2015

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Engineering Which Books Cover Elementary Optimization Problems?

Apr 12, 2015 · Replies 3 · Apr 25, 2015

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Other Book that contains all math formulas

Apr 20, 2015 · Replies 13 · Apr 24, 2015

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Relativity Introductory book on special relativity

Apr 21, 2015 · Replies 7 · Apr 23, 2015

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Analysis Preparing for B.S. in Electrical Engineering: Analysis After Spivak

Apr 14, 2015 · Replies 6 · Apr 21, 2015

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Analysis What are some recommended analysis textbooks that complement Rudin's PMA?

Apr 19, 2015 · Replies 1 · Apr 21, 2015

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Algebra Are There Any Good Textbooks That Teach Algebra 2 and Trigonometry Together?

Apr 5, 2015 · Replies 12 · Apr 21, 2015

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Calculus Difference between Calculus I,II,III?

Dec 17, 2014 · Replies 13 · Apr 20, 2015

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Number Theory Book/Books on elementary number theory

Apr 19, 2015 · Replies 2 · Apr 19, 2015

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Intro Physics Best textbooks on condensed matter physics?

Apr 17, 2015 · Replies 3 · Apr 18, 2015

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Calculus Calculus by Spivak: Understanding Problems in Chapter 1

Feb 2, 2015 · Replies 5 · Apr 18, 2015

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Isaac Newton - The Mathematical Principles of Natural

Apr 17, 2015 · Replies 8 · Apr 18, 2015

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Classical Classical Mechanic books for a Secondary Student

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Classical Looking for an acoustic physics book

Apr 15, 2015 · Replies 3 · Apr 15, 2015

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Intro Physics Feynman Lectures millenium Edition questions.

Apr 13, 2015 · Replies 5 · Apr 15, 2015

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Calculus Seeking Recommendation on Multivariable Calculus (theories)

Apr 10, 2015 · Replies 7 · Apr 14, 2015

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Kleppner & Kolenkow's or David Morin for mechanics (IPhO)

Apr 4, 2015 · Replies 9 · Apr 14, 2015

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Intro Physics Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics book

Apr 14, 2015 · Replies 5 · Apr 14, 2015

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MHB What are some good math periodicals that are easily readable by a wide audience?

Apr 5, 2015 · Replies 4 · Apr 13, 2015

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Classical Supplemental text for calculus-based mechanics?

Apr 13, 2015 · Replies 1 · Apr 13, 2015

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Quantum Quantum Mechanics and Quantum Chemistry books

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Fun, Beautiful Maths book recommendations

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Quantum Math requirement for J.J. Sakurai?

Apr 8, 2015 · Replies 1 · Apr 11, 2015

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Applied What Are the Best Textbooks for Self-Studying Nonlinear Dynamics?

Mar 29, 2015 · Replies 2 · Apr 10, 2015

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Intro Math Comprehensive math-physics books for self-study

Apr 7, 2015 · Replies 7 · Apr 10, 2015

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Quantum Math requirements of QM by J. J. Sakurai?

Mar 25, 2015 · Replies 2 · Apr 10, 2015

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Other Nonequilibrium Thermodynamics Request

Apr 8, 2015 · Replies 2 · Apr 10, 2015

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Engineering Book recommendations for an Electrical Engineering student.

Apr 9, 2015 · Replies 1 · Apr 9, 2015

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Textbook Suggestions for Self-Studyng Advanced Calculus

Apr 8, 2015 · Replies 1 · Apr 8, 2015

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Other Any suggestion on Bio Physics book?

Apr 8, 2015 · Replies 1 · Apr 8, 2015

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Classical Classical mechanics: Taylor or Kleppner/Kolenkow?

Mar 25, 2015 · Replies 5 · Apr 8, 2015

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Classical What was your first physics book and why did you choose it?

Apr 7, 2015 · Replies 3 · Apr 7, 2015

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Reading Recommendation - Sun / Stellar Evolution

Apr 6, 2015 · Replies 4 · Apr 7, 2015

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Engineering Physics for Gearheads: Bentley Publ. Textbook for Enthusiasts & Engineers

Apr 3, 2015 · Replies 1 · Apr 5, 2015

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Other Looking for rigorous and non-linear micro- and macroeconomics textbooks?

Apr 4, 2015 · Replies 1 · Apr 5, 2015

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MHB Differential Topology Notes - at undergraduate level

Apr 3, 2015 · Replies 2 · Apr 4, 2015

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Calculus Why should I read Spivak's Calculus?

Mar 30, 2015 · Replies 5 · Apr 4, 2015

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Prob/Stats Material for studying probability and statistics

Apr 3, 2015 · Replies 3 · Apr 4, 2015

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Other Texts for mastering the concepts of entropy?

Mar 31, 2015 · Replies 3 · Apr 3, 2015

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Calculus What makes Mike Spivak's math textbooks popular and difficult?

Apr 1, 2015 · Replies 5 · Apr 3, 2015

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Quantum Recommendation on book about light-matter interaction

Mar 27, 2015 · Replies 3 · Apr 1, 2015

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Mathematical modelling of Electric-Thermal-Structuralphysics

Mar 30, 2015 · Replies 1 · Mar 31, 2015

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Other Which Maths Textbooks Are Best for a 1st-Year Physics Student's Self-Study?

Mar 28, 2015 · Replies 6 · Mar 31, 2015

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Engineering Textbook for electormechanical design reference

Jan 15, 2015 · Replies 7 · Mar 31, 2015

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Engineering Book recommendation - Mech. Eng.

Mar 21, 2015 · Replies 2 · Mar 31, 2015

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Math Font Used in Textbooks: Larson's Calculus

Mar 30, 2015 · Replies 5 · Mar 30, 2015

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Calculus Is There an Official Errata for Apostol's Calculus Textbook?

Mar 28, 2015 · Replies 1 · Mar 29, 2015

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Other Recommended Math self-study book

Mar 29, 2015 · Replies 1 · Mar 29, 2015

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Calculus Calculus: One and Several Variables by Salas, Etgen, Hille

Feb 16, 2013 · Replies 5 · Mar 29, 2015

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Calculus Calculus 10th Ed by Salas enough for theoretical physics?

Mar 13, 2015 · Replies 8 · Mar 29, 2015

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Intro Physics What Are Some Beginner-Friendly Books on Quantum Physics and Relativity?

Mar 26, 2015 · Replies 1 · Mar 27, 2015

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Foundations Is Naive Set Theory by Paul Halmos a Must-Read for Math Enthusiasts?

Mar 16, 2013 · Replies 6 · Mar 26, 2015

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What is Systems Physics and how is it related to modeling and engineering?

Dec 18, 2014 · Replies 3 · Mar 26, 2015

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Quantum Is dirac's "The principles of Quantum mech." a good book?

Mar 21, 2015 · Replies 8 · Mar 25, 2015

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Quantum Hyperfine Interactions: Help Needed for Course Notes

Mar 25, 2015 · Replies 1 · Mar 25, 2015

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Other Need some good physics textbooks

Mar 17, 2015 · Replies 12 · Mar 24, 2015

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Engineering Book on lenses, their types, properties, etc.

Mar 24, 2015 · Replies 1 · Mar 24, 2015

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Shut up and calculate wave guides

Mar 8, 2015 · Replies 6 · Mar 24, 2015

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Classical I need a fluid mechanics textbook

Mar 17, 2015 · Replies 3 · Mar 23, 2015

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Books on General Relativity (highschool just completed)

Mar 23, 2015 · Replies 2 · Mar 23, 2015

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Other Want a book about the difference between law & theory

Mar 21, 2015 · Replies 3 · Mar 21, 2015

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Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences by Boas

Mar 19, 2015 · Replies 2 · Mar 19, 2015

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Calculus Self-learning calculus for physics

Mar 18, 2015 · Replies 3 · Mar 19, 2015

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Calculus Serge Lang vs Larson & Edwards (Calculus)

Mar 15, 2015 · Replies 3 · Mar 17, 2015

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Prob/Stats Easy text on conditional probability and Bayes theory

Mar 14, 2015 · Replies 2 · Mar 15, 2015

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Intro Physics Self-study physics - not-quite-beginner

Mar 12, 2015 · Replies 6 · Mar 13, 2015

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Classical Problem collection for mechanics?

Mar 4, 2015 · Replies 5 · Mar 13, 2015

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Analysis on Selecting the Real Analysis textbooks

Mar 10, 2015 · Replies 3 · Mar 12, 2015

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What are the Best Books for Learning C++ on Your Own?

Mar 4, 2013 · Replies 12 · Mar 12, 2015

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Classical Looking for a good book explaining physics of a quadcopter

Feb 27, 2015 · Replies 6 · Mar 10, 2015

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Linear Algebra Which Linear Algebra Book is Best for Self-Study: A Comparison of Lang and Axler

Mar 6, 2015 · Replies 12 · Mar 10, 2015

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Engineering Looking for great sequential logic text

Jan 17, 2015 · Replies 2 · Mar 10, 2015

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Engineering Where Can I Find Good Digital Electronics Books for My Course?

Mar 8, 2015 · Replies 3 · Mar 9, 2015

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Reference request: Supermanifolds with open charts approach

Mar 9, 2015 · Replies 1 · Mar 9, 2015

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Relativity Can't remember where I read this (when using the proper-time parametrization)

Mar 2, 2015 · Replies 12 · Mar 9, 2015

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Other Math Textbooks: Intermediate/Advanced Series for Physicists

Feb 26, 2015 · Replies 16 · Mar 9, 2015

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Classical Introduction to Mechanics by K&K

Mar 7, 2015 · Replies 3 · Mar 8, 2015

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Classical Differences Between DAlembertian & Laplacian Operators

Mar 8, 2015 · Replies 1 · Mar 8, 2015

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Prob/Stats Best Introductory Probability Books?

Mar 5, 2015 · Replies 4 · Mar 6, 2015

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Other Intr. Fluid Mech. for Physicists and Mathematicians by Pert

Mar 5, 2015 · Replies 3 · Mar 6, 2015

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Engineering Intro to the Physics and Chemistry of Materials by Naumann

Mar 5, 2015 · Replies 1 · Mar 6, 2015

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Calculus Multivariable Calculus, Hubbard and Hubbard and Lang's

Mar 2, 2015 · Replies 2 · Mar 5, 2015

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Calculus Apostol Calculus: Historical Intro, Concepts & Applications

Jan 22, 2013 · Replies 12 · Mar 5, 2015

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Classical Thoughts on Lorrain & Corson wanted

Mar 3, 2015 · Replies 1 · Mar 4, 2015

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Intro Math The Best Textbook for a Good Understanding of Mathematics

Mar 1, 2015 · Replies 4 · Mar 3, 2015

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