Books like J. Callahan's Advanced Calculus: A geometric view

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This discussion focuses on recommendations for books that provide geometric intuition in mathematics, similar to J. Callahan's "Advanced Calculus." Key suggestions include "Linear Algebra through Geometry" by I. E. Leonard, which offers a geometric perspective on linear algebra, and "Topology" by Jänich, known for its visual approach to metric spaces. Additionally, "Visual Complex Analysis" by Tristan Needham is highlighted for its superb geometric interpretations. These resources cater to topics such as vector calculus, differential geometry, and topology.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of geometric intuition in mathematics
  • Familiarity with vector calculus concepts
  • Basic knowledge of differential geometry
  • Introduction to topology and metric spaces
NEXT STEPS
  • Research "Linear Algebra through Geometry" by I. E. Leonard
  • Explore "Topology" by Jänich for visual approaches to metric spaces
  • Study "Visual Complex Analysis" by Tristan Needham for geometric interpretations
  • Investigate additional resources on vector calculus and differential geometry
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Mathematics students, educators, and anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of geometric concepts in advanced calculus, vector calculus, differential geometry, and topology.

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Hello,
do you know of any books similar in style to Callahan's Advanced Calculus book(a book that explains the geometrical intuition behind the math)?
This goes for any subject in mathematics(but especially for subjects like vector calculus, differential geometry, topology).
Thanks in advance!
 
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Why did you tag differential geometry with you question? Anyway you might be interested in Linear Algebra through Geometry : https://www.amazon.com/dp/0387975861/?tag=pfamazon01-20 although I haven't worked through it myself, I only heard about it. You can give it a try.
 
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NathanaelNolk said:
Why did you tag differential geometry with you question? Anyway you might be interested in Linear Algebra through Geometry : https://www.amazon.com/dp/0387975861/?tag=pfamazon01-20 although I haven't worked through it myself, I only heard about it. You can give it a try.
Cause in my question I states "especially for subjects like vector calculus, differential geometry, topology".
Thanks for the suggestion.
 
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Oh my bad, then allow me to add Jänich's superb book on Topology. It is highly visual and geometric. His approach of metric spaces is just great, but you'll need to get exercises elsewhere.
 
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