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Quantum Math prerequisites for QM by David Griffiths

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Calculus Anton Calculus vs Stewart Calculus for HS Students

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Astrophysics Unlock the Math behind Astronomy: A Student's Guide by Fleisch & Kregnow

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Multi-Skilled Engineering - Book Recommendations

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Calculus Vector/multivariable calculus textbook

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Other Any Recommendations for HTML/CSS/JavaScript Books Similar to 'Absolute Java'?

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Engineering Is the 3rd Edition of Art of Electronics Worth Upgrading From the 2nd?

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Heat Transfer Book Recommendation

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Intro Physics Physics Principles and Problems Zitzewitz Review

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Calculus Best Multivariable Calc Textbook for self teaching

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Cosmology books for high school students

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Pre-Calculus Books: Find Self-Taught Resources

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

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

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

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Calculus Regarding to Multi-Variable Calculus Books

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Linear Algebra Book Recommendation?

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Top Calculus Books for High Schoolers | Summer Reading Recommendations

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Calculus books used at top universities

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

  • bacte2013
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Calculus Gelfand & Fomin vs. Lanczos to learn Calculus of Variations

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Prob/Stats Axiomatic Set Theory: Book Recommendations?

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Intro Physics Conceptual Physics 9th Edition Paul Hewitt

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Algebra Math in Real World: Solving Linear Equations

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Classical Find the Best Physics Books - Special Thanks to Micromass

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

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Engineering Which Books Cover Elementary Optimization Problems?

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Other Book that contains all math formulas

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Relativity Introductory book on special relativity

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

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

  • bacte2013
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Algebra Are There Any Good Textbooks That Teach Algebra 2 and Trigonometry Together?

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Calculus Difference between Calculus I,II,III?

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Number Theory Book/Books on elementary number theory

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Intro Physics Best textbooks on condensed matter physics?

  • AJBMuir
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Calculus Calculus by Spivak: Understanding Problems in Chapter 1

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Isaac Newton - The Mathematical Principles of Natural

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Classical Classical Mechanic books for a Secondary Student

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Classical Looking for an acoustic physics book

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Intro Physics Feynman Lectures millenium Edition questions.

  • MidgetDwarf
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Calculus Seeking Recommendation on Multivariable Calculus (theories)

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

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Intro Physics Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics book

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Classical Supplemental text for calculus-based mechanics?

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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?

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

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Intro Math Comprehensive math-physics books for self-study

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

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Other Nonequilibrium Thermodynamics Request

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Engineering Book recommendations for an Electrical Engineering student.

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Textbook Suggestions for Self-Studyng Advanced Calculus

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Other Any suggestion on Bio Physics book?

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Classical Classical mechanics: Taylor or Kleppner/Kolenkow?

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

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Reading Recommendation - Sun / Stellar Evolution

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

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

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Differential Topology Notes - at undergraduate level

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Calculus Why should I read Spivak's Calculus?

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Prob/Stats Material for studying probability and statistics

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Other Texts for mastering the concepts of entropy?

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

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Quantum Recommendation on book about light-matter interaction

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Mathematical modelling of Electric-Thermal-Structuralphysics

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

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Engineering Textbook for electormechanical design reference

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Engineering Book recommendation - Mech. Eng.

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Math Font Used in Textbooks: Larson's Calculus

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

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Other Recommended Math self-study book

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Joker93
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Quantum Hyperfine Interactions: Help Needed for Course Notes

  • JorisL
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Other Need some good physics textbooks

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

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Shut up and calculate wave guides

  • Ahmad Kishki
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Classical I need a fluid mechanics textbook

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Books on General Relativity (highschool just completed)

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Other Want a book about the difference between law & theory

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Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences by Boas

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Calculus Self-learning calculus for physics

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Calculus Serge Lang vs Larson & Edwards (Calculus)

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Prob/Stats Easy text on conditional probability and Bayes theory

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

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Classical Problem collection for mechanics?

  • Marvin94
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Analysis on Selecting the Real Analysis textbooks

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

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Classical Looking for a good book explaining physics of a quadcopter

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

  • blue_leaf77
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Engineering Looking for great sequential logic text

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

  • Eltahawy
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Reference request: Supermanifolds with open charts approach

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