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Discrete Best books to study during summer related to programming?
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Quantum Is This Unknown Quantum Mechanics Book Worth Your Time?
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Calculus Spivak Calculus on Manifolds and Epsilon delta proofs
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Other What are some practical applications of real analysis and partial derivatives?
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Suggestions for books every Theoretical Physicist should have
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Classical Mechanics by Arnold Sommerfeld- review
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Linear Algebra Introduction to vector spaces
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Other Mathematics book that's not a textbook, but for intuition?
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Is there any hope that textbook prices will ever drop?
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Prob/Stats What Book Best Explains the Distribution of Combined Random Variables?
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Algebra Any recommendations for group theory books with applications in relativity?
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Relativity Gravitation:Foundations and Frontiers by T. Padmanabhan
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Engineering Introductory book for mechanics of machines?
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Prob/Stats Introduction to statistics and number theory books
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Applied Physics Differential Equations Problems/Solutions book?
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Discrete Seeking Recommendation on Discrete Mathematics textbook
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Books on Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Quantum for Beginners
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Should Adiabatic Work Include VdP?
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Applied PDE for Scientists and Engineers Farlow
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Intro Physics University physics with modern physics
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Analysis Reference book for "Fredholm integral equations"
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Prob/Stats References to Probability & Statistics for Engineers
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Intro Physics Modern physics coverage Halliday/Resnick/Krane 4E extended
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Engineering Instantaneous Center of Zero Acceleration of Rigid Body
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Geometry Please recommend me a good math book prior to taking trigonometry
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Relativity Teaching Myself From Rindler's Relativity Book
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Physics based Calculus exercise books
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Other National Physics Olympiad: Worldwide Problem Solving - Greece Student
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Calculus Online Calculus Based Physics Textbook
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Linear Algebra Seeking Advice on Linear Algebra Textbooks Selection
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Chemistry A *great* general chemistry book for self study -
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Is Amazon Student Worth It for Buying and Selling Textbooks?
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Calculus Zombies and Calculus: Light Reading for Summer After Exams
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Intro Physics Which Halliday and Resnick book is right for me?
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Engineering What Book Best Explains Transistor Circuits and Building Techniques?
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Classical Classical mechanics book recommendations please
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Quantum Quantum mechanics (Popular science)
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Computational How to learn Computational electromagnetics?
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Where Can I Find the Source of These Problems for an Old Electronic Textbook?
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What Career Paths Are Available for Physics Graduates in Lebanon?
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Quantum How will you rate the QM book of Stephen Gasiorowicz?
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Quantum Please give me some advisory about the QFT book of Grensing.
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Calculus Introductory Calculus book/online course for self study
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Calculus Seeking a Recommendation for Multivariable/Vector Calculus
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LTI Systems, Delta Distribution, and more
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Engineering QM Books for Engineers: Best Intermediate Picks
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Request a physics/astronomy textbook listing
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"200 puzzling physics problems" book
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Chemistry Recommendation for Chemistry textbooks
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Classical Recommedation for Classical Mechanics book
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Are Directional Derivatives Worth Pursuing in Spivak's Calculus on Manifolds?
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Help with Vectors & Friction: Beginner's Guide (French)
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How to get free mathematics and engineering textbooks?
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QM1: Book on Dirac Picture | Griffiths/Shankar Level
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Engineering What are good electrical engineering books for self study?
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Classical Need a reference for Mechanics book
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Discover Roger Penrose's Non-Mathematical Books!
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What do readers think of Asimov's 'New Guide to Science' book?
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Ross Elementary Analysis Epsilon Delta Proofs
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Good intermediate introduction of geometry
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What are the most frequently cited physics textbooks?
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Same chapters from Griffiths being used for EM1 and EM2?
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Calculus books to understand physics
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Kindle Paperwhite For Science Documents
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Rigorous Precalculus and Calculus Textbooks + Intro to Linear Algebra
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Which book is best for self-studying special relativity?
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Introduction to self-teaching Physics
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Books to read for high school physics?
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Is Kepplar and Kokenlow introductory mechanics for me?
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Is Principles of Physics by Halliday and Resnick Suitable for IPhO Preparation?
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Cool Beginner Vector Problem from K&K
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What are the best modern physics books for a young astrophysics enthusiast?
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Liboff Quantum Mech Solutions: Non-Student Guide
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Need a new classical mechanics book
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High School & Pre-University Physics Prep List
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What Courses and Textbooks Are Typical in a First-Year Physics Major Curriculum?
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Schroeder: Intro to thermal physics, Diff. between editions?
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Top 20 Must-Read Mathematics Books for the Curious Layman
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Interactive Introduction to Mathematical Analysis by Lewin
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How can I effectively relearn physics and math through self-study?
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How Can I Continue Learning Advanced Physics and Math on My Own?
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What Should I learn before reading this book on Classical Mechanics?
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Help understanding textbook on Landau Ginzburg theory
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Find a Rigorous Calculus of Multiple Variables Book for Advanced Learners
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Find the Best PDE & Fourier Books - Your Input Appreciated!
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Any book suggestions for Fowler-Nordheim Tunneling?
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Differential equation practice problems book?
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Elementary book on real physics from an experimental pov
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I Have both books by Allendoerfer/Oakley do I need Lang?
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Best books for Vector Mechanics: Statics and/or Dynamics
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Which Beginner Book is Best for Learning Quantum Field Theory?
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A Book that Clearly Explains Special Relativity w / Tensors?
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I want to self teach College Algebra but I don't know how?
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Tensor calculus independent study questions?
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Please suggest alternatives to this Atomic Physics book
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Missing from Spivak's Calc: Rudin & Pugh Books
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Thinking of rigid solid and NIFR problems
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Shankar, Feynman, Griffiths and Resnick?
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Looking for a physics book for self learning
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