Book of Mathematical Theorems and Formulas?

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The discussion centers on the search for a comprehensive reference book containing all mathematical theorems and formulas. The user expresses a preference for learning theorems in the context of their historical discovery. They mention Schaum's Mathematical Handbook for basic reference and Boas's "Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences" for deeper analysis. Additionally, Eric Weisstein's Mathworld, now part of Wolfram, is highlighted as an excellent online resource for extensive mathematical information.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of mathematical theorems and their historical context
  • Familiarity with mathematical proofs and concepts
  • Knowledge of reference materials in mathematics
  • Basic navigation skills for online resources like Mathworld
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore "Schaum's Mathematical Handbook" for foundational mathematical concepts
  • Read Boas's "Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences" for advanced mathematical techniques
  • Investigate Eric Weisstein's Mathworld for a comprehensive online reference
  • Research historical contexts of significant mathematical theorems
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This discussion is beneficial for students, educators, and mathematics enthusiasts seeking a thorough understanding of mathematical theorems and formulas, as well as those looking for reliable reference materials.

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I'm looking for a giant tome on every theorem and formula. If it had more, that would be awesome, but I'm just looking for one giant book to use as a reference. I prefer to learn theorems and formulas after learning how they were discovered, but I also want a "scope" of what's available out there. For example, I had never knew that Pappus's Centroid Theorem had existed until I google'd it. Although I knew the concepts in Pappus's Centroid Theorem, I had never knew that it had a formal name. Thus, I want a book (or a gigantic tome) filled with every possible formula, theorem, etc. It can be dense or condense. If it were dense, I'd digest it on my spare time, as I find joy reading proofs. :D Just one big big big big mathematics book for reference! I look at the Princeton Companion to Mathematics and it seemed bad.
 
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Two things come to mind.

For basic reference, I turn to Schaum's Mathematical Handbook. For some deeper analysis of topics I have Boas "Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences."

For comprehensive reference, Eric Weisstein's creation (now Wolfram's) Mathworld is a fantastic reference. I can spend as much time there as I can on Wikipedia just for entertainment. http://mathworld.wolfram.com/
 

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