Book on multivariable calculus/vector calculus, (cheap-ish)

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A high school student is seeking recommendations for a multivariable/vector calculus book, expressing concern over high prices on Amazon, particularly for international shipping to Ireland. One participant suggests Larson's book, noting its popularity and affordability in Mexico compared to its high price on Amazon. Another participant recommends checking local options, like visiting a nearby city for better prices or exploring alternative online retailers such as AbeBooks for more affordable options. The discussion emphasizes the challenges of accessing reasonably priced educational materials in rural areas and the potential benefits of local purchasing.
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Right, high school student here, I may want a book on multivariable/vector calculus soon and I was wondering if you have any suggestions..

I like the look of https://www.amazon.com/dp/0130414085/?tag=pfamazon01-20 but regrettably it seems to expensive for me..
Bear in mind that I live in Ireland, in a rural area so all books will have to be ordered through the internet, probably through http://www.amazon.com"...

Your help would be appreciated..
 
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Unfortunately, Amazon prices are targeted at the US market, where the prices are substabtially higher than in toher less developed countries.

I learned multivariable calculus with Larson's book, but its listed price is 128 dollars on Amazon.com. In Mexico I got it for ~20 dollars =).

It is very famous, so the price of getting to the closest city and buying it may be better than ordering it off amazon.
 
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