The forum discussion centers on identifying authoritative textbooks in the fields of physics, mechanics, and electrodynamics, referred to as "STEM Bibles." Key titles mentioned include "The Feynman Lectures on Physics" for general physics, "Classical Mechanics" by H. Goldstein for classical mechanics, and "Classical Electrodynamics" by J.D. Jackson for electromagnetism. The conversation also highlights the importance of comprehensive texts such as "Quantum Computation and Quantum Information" by M.A. Nielsen and I.L. Chuang for quantum information and "Gravitation" by C.W. Misner, K.S. Thorne, and J.A. Wheeler for general relativity. Participants debate the criteria for a textbook to be considered a "bible," emphasizing the need for comprehensiveness and community respect.
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Thanks a lot Florian!Florian Geyer said:Hello
There is a new 4 volume textbook on QM Oliver Tennert, I think it deserves to get a look.
I am not sure whether or not it has translated from German yet.
Sincerely
FourEyedRaven said:I've been meaning to post this bible of topos theory for ages:
"Sketches of an Elephant: A Topos Theory Compendium", by Peter T. Johnstone
https://www.amazon.com/dp/019852496X/?tag=pfamazon01-20