Comparing Physics Books - Was My Purchase a Good Choice?

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The discussion centers on the evaluation of a physics book purchased from Amazon, specifically the book linked as Fundamentals of Physics. The user seeks opinions on whether this book meets their criteria of covering fundamentals, high-end theories, and providing mathematical explanations. Comparisons are made with two other popular texts: University Physics and another unspecified book. Ultimately, both Fundamentals of Physics and University Physics are regarded as top choices, with the former praised for its quality and the latter noted for its comprehensive coverage.

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Hi, I just purchased a Book on physics from amazon. What do you think of it?
My criteria was:
Fundamentals
High end theory's
Mathematical/Theoretical explanation
Mathematical overviews
Do you think the book matches?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0321501217/?tag=pfamazon01-20
Do you think this was a good pick?
Or should I have gotten the following: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0471758019/?tag=pfamazon01-20 , or https://www.amazon.com/dp/0470379243/?tag=pfamazon01-20 .
Please respond as soon as possible I can still cancel my order.
 
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University physics and fundamentals of physics are both very popular and none of them can be said to be better than the other.I have fundamentals of physics and find it very good.I have seen university physics also and feel that it has more matter and covers many more things. Both of them are among the top books. I don't know much about the third book.
 

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