Anyone recommend a good book on inequalities?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around recommendations for books focused on mathematical inequalities, specifically mentioning concepts such as Jensen's inequality and the Arithmetic Mean-Geometric Mean (AM-GM) inequality. The scope includes suggestions for literature that covers theoretical and practical aspects of inequalities.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant requests recommendations for books on mathematical inequalities.
  • Several links to books are shared, including one that is described as a classic and others noted for being well-written and enjoyable.
  • Another participant expresses interest in a specific book by Beckenbach/Bellaman and inquires if others have read it.
  • A participant mentions that the Cauchy-Schwarz Master Class book is excellent.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants provide various book recommendations, but there is no consensus on a single best book, indicating multiple competing views on suitable literature.

Contextual Notes

Some recommendations may depend on personal preferences or specific mathematical focuses, and the discussion does not resolve which book is the most appropriate for all readers.

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anyone recommend a good book on inequalities??
 
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I'm personally thinking of getting the 3rd one (by Beckenbach/Bellaman). Have you read it personally?
 


The Cauchy Shwarz Master Class book is excellent.
 

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