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    Quantum Most accurate modern physics book

    Can I ask a question? How come I don't see many people using Eisberg and Resnicks, Quantum Theory of Atoms, Molecules and Solids? As an undergrad years ago, once I got my hands on it, I loved it.
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    Other List of STEM Masterworks in Physics, Mechanics, Electrodynamics...

    I concur that Kleppner and kolenkow should be there. Morse and Feshbach: Methods of Theoretical Physics Vols 1 and 2 One, that I haven't noticed glancing over the pages. Quantum Mechanics Vols 1 and 2: Cohen-Tannoudji.
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    Classical An Introduction to Mechanics by Daniel Kleppner and Robert J. Kolenkow

    Back in 1988 this was the text for a second year course in Mechanics. At the time, it seemed like a terrible book but over the years I have come to love it. You need to give it a chance and have your math toolbox all polished up and it is fantastic. I have seen Fowles: Analytical Mechanics used...
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    Returning to Undergrad After 31 Years: My Shocking Experience

    Just wanted to say hello to everyone. After 31 years I have decided to go back and complete my undergrad and what a shock I have been in. All in all, glad to be burning the night oil.
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