What is the best undergraduate book on Classical Mechanics?

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The best undergraduate book on Classical Mechanics is John Taylor's "Classical Mechanics," which has received high praise for its clarity and effectiveness in teaching the subject. A user shared their experience of struggling with Fowles and Cassiday's text but found Taylor's book to be a revelation, stating that it facilitated a deeper understanding of the material. The book is recommended for its well-structured content and problem-solving approach, making it an excellent choice for students looking to master Classical Mechanics.

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  • A Lower-Division mechanics course
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  • Explore problem sets in John Taylor's "Classical Mechanics"
  • Review Fowles and Cassiday's "Analytical Mechanics" for comparative study
  • Investigate supplementary resources for Classical Mechanics, such as online lectures or tutorials
  • Study advanced topics in Classical Mechanics to build on foundational knowledge
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Undergraduate physics students, educators teaching Classical Mechanics, and anyone seeking to strengthen their understanding of the subject through effective learning materials.

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I took a CM course when I was a sophomore in college using Fowles and Cassiday. Out of all of my physics courses, I struggled by far the most in there (And consequently, learned the least.)

So, it's a few years later now and I've decided to try and relearn CM using Taylors' book. I'm just finishing up the first chapter and it was like a bunch of light bulbs going off! I hope the rest of the book is this well written!
 
I read the whole book and work through all problems, it was a real juy and the book itself is excellent! Highly recommended! the best undegraduate book on the subject!
 

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