What books to learn Electromagnetism?

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The discussion centers on a student seeking recommendations for essential Electromagnetism textbooks after their professor mentioned four key books, including Feynman's lectures. The student is particularly interested in identifying the other three books, as the professor has not yet uploaded the course materials online. Participants suggest several widely recognized texts, including Griffith's "Introduction to Electrodynamics," Jackson's "Classical Electrodynamics," and Purcell's "Electricity and Magnetism." The green book referenced is likely Jackson's first edition. Additionally, one participant highlights Schwartz's "Principles of Electrodynamics" as a personal favorite. The conversation emphasizes the importance of these texts for mastering Electromagnetism concepts.
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Hi,

So I'm studying Electromagnetism this semester, and my professor held up four books for us to get to study from.

I know for sure one was Feynman's lectures, and one of the others he said was the 'Bible' for E&M (expensive, only comes in hard cover, I believe was green...).

The thing is, I'm going to the library to get all my course books, but my professor hasn't uploaded the book selection for this course on blackboard. I've tried emailing him, but he's not getting back. And since this class only meets once a week, I don't want to wait to see him again to ask.

So, besides Feynman's book, what other three books would you suggest that they might be? I know this is a bit of a stupid question (asking you to guess my coursebooks), but I want to at least go and rent a few before they are all taken out.

Thanks
 
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Two books that are widely used are Griffith's Introduction to Electrodynamics and Jackson's Classical Electrodynamics.
 
Purcell's "Electricity and Magnetism" is also well regarded.
 
The green book must be the first edition of Jackson.

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My favorite EM book is Schwartz, Principles of Electrodynamics.
 

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