Books similar to"Art of Problem Solving"

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around identifying books similar to "Art of Problem Solving" (AOPS) that cover various mathematical topics such as number theory, geometry, calculus, and combinatorics. Participants seek alternatives due to availability issues.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant requests recommendations for books similar to AOPS, specifically alternatives for various mathematical topics.
  • Another participant suggests Terry Tao's blog as a resource, pointing to selected articles that may be relevant.
  • A list of books is provided by a participant, including titles such as "The Art of Insight in Science and Engineering," "Street Fighting Mathematics," "Geometry Revisited," "How to Solve It," "Guesstimation," and "Back of the Envelope Physics."
  • Some participants express confusion regarding the original request, prompting a clarification that the inquirer seeks books covering specific mathematical areas.
  • A later reply offers additional recommendations for younger students, including "Naive Set Theory" by Halmos, "What is Mathematics" by Courant, "Excursions in Number Theory" by Ogilvy, and "Geometry and Imagination" by Hilbert.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on specific recommendations, and there are varying interpretations of the original request, indicating multiple competing views on what constitutes suitable alternatives to AOPS.

Contextual Notes

Some responses indicate a misunderstanding of the request, highlighting the need for clearer communication regarding the specific aspects of mathematics the inquirer is interested in.

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Can you share some similar books like AOPS . Alternative of each book is preferred. I am finding other ones cause they are not available here. Thanks!
 
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The art of insight in science and engineering
Street fighting mathematics
Geometry revisited
How to solve it
Guesstimation
Back of the Envelope Physics
 
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Can you please "read" the question again?
 
sahilmm15 said:
Can you please "read" the question again?

You need to expand on ”what” you are looking for. I interpret it as wanting books on problem solving.
 
I m sorry for any misunderstanding. I was looking for books similar to them in each aspect like :- Number theory, geometry, calculus, combinatorics. You should visit their website to see their books. Then I think you would find some. https://artofproblemsolving.com/store
 
If you are looking for stuff to teach from, I cannot be of much help. If you are looking for stuff for a bright student to read, there are things in the my previous recommendation that would be of value. Some books suitable for the young that I have enjoyed are
Naive Set Theory by Halmos
What is Mathematics by Courant
Excursions in Number Theory by Ogilvy
Geometry and Imagination by Hilbert
 
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