Recent content by Lewis M

Thanks for the suggestion. I actually already decided to start with his books, and they're currently in the mail. Your comment backs up my trust in their quality.

I just think it's odd to discuss a topic knowing your readers most likely have no firm understanding of its prerequisites, but thanks for the suggestions, and I may try out those books. Sorry, I was just looking in the "edit" page. Though others may frown upon a post simply made of two links...

I now realize that there is a portion of the site for textbook discussion, but I'm not sure if a moderator has to move it or what. So, while I'd appreciate help here, I'll probably reword my post and put it in the correct section. Sorry for the mistake.

When searching for a nice introductory physics textbook for self-study, I have found a few books that others have claimed to cover the majority of physics - from classical mechanics to quantum mechanics - albeit in a manner only intended to base a more intensive study of the individual topics...

Thanks, though I think it helped to write it out and organize my thoughts.

Calaver: In order of your points made and questions asked: I am in the US. I am taking the tests and doing the work. I may need to clean up my prerequisites, but I'm getting along fine now. I am interested in the smaller characteristics of matter that make our world what it is. I will try to...

Your story is quite inspiring, as the beginning almost replicates my mindset throughout the last few months. Integrals have been a horrible challenge, but I believe I can manage them. Thank you for the support.

That seems as if it would be incredibly helpful to me. To answer your other questions, I suppose I incorrectly assumed that there was a mathematical "trail" to follow, so I thought it was implied that I was proficient in Algebra, Geometry, Trig, and Pre-calculus. At least I know better now. I...

Earlier this year, I became bored and decided to begin learning math beyond my grade level. I soon discovered that I had greatly underestimated my abilities, and I could teach myself well into calculus (currently in grade 7). However, after losing my initial interest, I slowed down dramatically...