Finding the Best Calculus Textbook - A Guide

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The discussion centers on the evaluation of various calculus textbooks, specifically comparing Stewart Calculus Early Transcendentals 7e with other notable texts. Users recommend Howard Anton's "Calculus" for its precision and depth, while Sherman Stein and Anthony Bacellos' book is criticized for its overly simplified definitions, particularly in vector calculus. Thomas' textbook is acknowledged for its accessibility but deemed less effective than Anton's in providing a logical framework for understanding calculus concepts.

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So I just started my first course of calculus I we are using Steward Calculus Early Transcendentals 7e and it is an ok book so far but I was wondering if anybody knows a book that is better and that is more clear and also that has answers to the questions so I can check my work as I go.

or If you know a place where I can find a ranking of textbooks on calculus (and why not other subjects)

Thanks
 
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I study on my own, I have at least 5 books on Calculus. Hands down is Calculus by Howard Anton, Bevens and Davis.

This is not the easiest book. But I have easier book like the one by Sherman Stein and Anthony Bacellos. It tries to make it too easy that the definitions are too loose. At the beginning, it is still ok. But when getting to the vector calculus, it literally falls apart.

Anton's book is very straight and precise in the definition, but if you take the time to digest the material, you really get a much deeper insight.

I have Thomas also, which is a very popular book too, it is easier, but I really feel it's not as good as Anton. Anton is a lot more logical.
 

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