Find Your Ideal Physics Textbook: Exercises Included

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The discussion centers on finding comprehensive physics textbooks that include exercises suitable for university-level students. Recommended titles include "Joos' Theoretical Physics," which offers breadth but lacks exercises, and "Alonso and Finn: Fundamental University Physics," a concise three-volume set with clear explanations. Additionally, "Basic Concepts in Physics" by Sherwin (1961) is highlighted for its unique arrangement of topics, including classical mechanics and quantum mechanics. A review of Sherwin's book is available at Physics Today.

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  • Understanding of university-level physics concepts
  • Familiarity with classical mechanics and quantum mechanics
  • Knowledge of educational resources for physics
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  • Research "Joos' Theoretical Physics" for its comprehensive coverage
  • Explore "Alonso and Finn: Fundamental University Physics" for concise explanations
  • Read the review of "Basic Concepts in Physics" by Sherwin for insights on its structure
  • Investigate additional physics textbooks that include exercises for practical application
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Hi
Does anyone know a book of general physics (which covers the subjects of physics as a whole) with complete exercises?
 
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At what level?
 

George Jones said:
At what level?
Like university graduate
 
Joos' Theoretical Physics probably has the breadth and level you want but relatively few exercises.
 
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Irodov Series?

I know in India it’s used in high schools but I think that’s the exception not the rule.
 
there's Alonso and Finn: Fundamental University Physics. Its 3 volumes. Very short and concise explanations. The authors took very good care when writing the book.
 
I always liked Basic Concepts in Physics by Sherwin (1961), an unusual text arranged around classical mechanics (37 pages), relativity (71 pages), electricity (69 pages), QM (72 pages) and Statistical Mechanics (75 pages).

Here‘s an old review
https://physicstoday.scitation.org/doi/pdf/10.1063/1.3058195
 
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