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Next steps after Kleppner/Kolenkow and Purcell/Morin

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Good book for First Course in Calculus based Classical Mechanics

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Good graduate text in quantum mechanics

  • christianwos
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Collection calculus early/late transcendental

  • Jhenrique
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Reference Request: Split-Complex Numbers

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How to bridge the gap from a Thomas or Stewart calculus book to this?

  • ghostwind
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What's a good book after Kline's Calculus?

  • foolsgold229
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Books on Quantum Technology/ Applied QM

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Thomas Wangler's RF Linear Accelerators

  • parazit
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Good undergraduate books on applied maths

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Physics Book on EM Waves, Radiation

  • SilverSlash
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Loomis "Advanced Calculus" and Baby Rudin

  • Thinker301
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Good applied maths book undergraduate level

  • mcheung4
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Cloud physics book recommendations

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Upper Division (Junior Sr. Level) Mechanics Textbook Recommendations?

  • kq6up
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General Maths & Physics textbooks for the university

  • NathanaelNolk
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An easier Alternative to Clayden organic chemistry?

  • christian0710
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Which Math Book Should I Get for Multivariable Calculus?

  • GeneralOJB
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Apostol vs Spivak for physicists

  • Thinker301
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Prime Obsession or Millennium problems?

  • 2sin54
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The physics behind weather and the climate

  • dEdt
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Are Assumptions in Spivak's Calculus a Common Theme Throughout the Book?

  • Thinker301
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Improve Your Physics Self-Teaching with These Resources - TIA!"

  • kstbts
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A question about Thomas Calculus book

  • CharlieTan84
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Learn Legendre's Polynomial & Orthogonal Functions Quickly

  • NewtonApple
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Importance of pure math books for aspiring physicists

  • Thinker301
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Are Feynman Lecture Exercises Available Yet?

  • wobiy
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Good Beginner Quantum Mechanics

  • connorp
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ODE textbook recommentation (Arnold or other?)

  • Only a Mirage
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Which Books Simplify Partial Differential Equations for Beginners?

  • Mathmanman
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Recommended UG Level Texts for Solid-State Physics Reference

  • TheAustrian
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Good differential geometry textbooks/books for self study?

  • Mathmanman
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Zee's Einstein's Gravity nutshell book

  • Lapidus
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Self-study Alegbra, PHysics and trigonometry books?

  • christian0710
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What are the top undergraduate textbook in Classical Mechanics?

  • shinobi20
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What is the best book for solving PDEs?

  • Tosh5457
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What books or links are there that can teach me modern mathematics

  • Mathmanman
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Quasi-Mathematical Books on Various Topics in Modern Physics.

  • siddharth5129
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Maths required to start differential geometry

  • dyn
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Learning differential equations

  • Mathmanman
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Any good books on gamma functions

  • Mathmanman
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Mastering Landau QM: A Comprehensive Guide to Chapters 1 & 2

  • bolbteppa
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Quantum & Modern Physics Textbooks: Undergrad & Grad

  • Reedwan
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Prerequisites to Advanced Calculus by Loomis

  • Thinker301
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Choice between 3 Calculus textbooks -

  • christian0710
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Books for International Physics Olympiad Preparation

  • smart_worker
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Tackling Math Word Problems: Help and Resources Needed

  • elusiveshame
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Calculus Vector Calculus, Linear Algebra, and Differential Forms by Hubbard

  • micromass
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Classical Classical Mechanics by Herbert Goldstein

  • Greg Bernhardt
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What is a good sequence through math for physicists?

  • Thinker301
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A good MAahematical formulae book?

  • christian0710
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Calculus Reference Textbook Request

  • athena810
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Alternative/Supplement to Art of Electronics by Horowitz and Hill?

  • R2Zero
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What are the essential books for studying quasiparticles as a freshman?

  • Dr. Physics
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What textbooks are there so that I can learn quantum mechanics?

  • AlfredPyo
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Highlighting and writing all over your textbooks

  • Fizicks1
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Recommend a good statistics/probability book

  • hamorabi
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About two integrals in QCD textbook by muta

  • Thor Shen
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A book on the historical development of physics?

  • questioner1
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Blatt vs. Krane (Nuclear Physics)

  • djh101
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Recommend a ( philosophy of physics ) book

  • Hossam Halim
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Best Books on Probability for Math Graduates: A Must-Read List

  • member 428835
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Good book on calculus of variations

  • JulieK
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The theory of relativity by Christian Møller

  • nearlynothing
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Book/Article Recommendations - Fully Homomorphic Encryption

  • Sudharaka
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Any recommendtions for self-studying physics?

  • nartb
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Help transitioning into proof-based math?

  • Axel Harper
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What are the best books for self-studying undergraduate level Physics?

  • Syed_Ali
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What Physics Introduction Books are Recommended for Beginners?

  • steindd
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Are Planck's General Mechanics Lectures Still Relevant?

  • megatyler30
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Looking for a Time Series Analysis Text

  • Dj Sneaky Whiskers
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Vandenbosch, Huizenga. Nuclear Fission

  • majid313mirzae
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Functional differentiation and integration

  • Matterwave
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Intro Quantum Mechanics Text for the Summer?

  • Spatium
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Need a good Textbook with full solutions QFT and GR

  • Eng_physicist
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Best QM Textbook Recommendations for Self-Study

  • kq6up
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What are the best thermal physics textbooks for self-study?

  • TheQQ
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Classical The Feynman Lectures on Physics by Richard P. Feynman

  • I like Serena
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Calculus based Physics book for undergraduate needed

  • EmSeeSquared
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What Technical Textbooks Should I Add to My Collection?

  • Mordred
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What to do after Kleppner and Purcell?

  • Radarithm
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How does Weinberg's Quantum Theory of Fields develop QFT in Heisenberg picture?

  • d.zanellato
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Useful maths & physics books to read before starting university?

  • lizzie96
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What Are the Best Resources for Learning Homology Theory?

  • Math Amateur
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Which Anatomy and Physiology Textbooks Are Best for Premed Students?

  • google
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Course which focuses on holography

  • JorisL
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Thermochemistry Books: Comprehensive & Fundamental Coverage

  • Big-Daddy
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Where Can I Find High-Quality Geometry Tools for Long-Lasting Use?

  • TitoSmooth
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Good books for competitive exams

  • smart_worker
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∃ a Good Book on Alternative Theories to SR and/or GR?

  • Geremia
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How Is Clifford Algebra Applied in Particle Physics and Field Theory?

  • qubitor
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Quantum Mechanics Book and resources on Hilbert Spaces

  • SheikYerbouti
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Calculus A First Course in Calculus by Lang

  • micromass
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Linear Algebra Books: Recommendations and Benefits

  • BiGyElLoWhAt
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Have you had any mind-blowing experiences with Landau and Lifschitz series?

  • nearlynothing
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Thomas' or Apostol's calculus for beginner

  • Hossam Halim
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Molecular nutrition- health and desease- any good books?

  • christian0710
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The best elementary book to study Particle physics

  • sam_physics
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