Which textbook is the best for learning classical mechanics?

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The discussion centers around the evaluation of a specific physics book, noted for its affordability and positive reviews. Participants agree that it is suitable for advanced undergraduate students and is considered one of the better classical mechanics texts available. The term "mathematically oriented" is clarified to mean a calculus-based approach, though some participants note that the book lacks the rigor found in other texts like Goldstein's. Alternatives such as Douglass Gregory's "Classical Mechanics" and Greiner's book are also recommended for those seeking different perspectives or levels of mathematical rigor. Overall, the book is viewed favorably for its educational value in classical mechanics.
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It is a good book IMO at the level of advanced undergrad. What do you mean by "mathematically oriented"? What level of mathematical rigor are you looking for? Taylor is not as rigorous as some others such as Goldstein. You can take a look at the contents on Amazon to get a feel for what it covers.
 
mathematically oriented I mean at least calc based.
 

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