Literature on differential geometry, suggestions?

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The discussion focuses on resources for learning differential geometry, specifically targeting concepts such as covariant derivatives, Levi-Civita connections, and curvature tensors. The user is currently studying Spivak's "Calculus on Manifolds" and has foundational knowledge from Mendelson's "Introduction to Topology." Recommendations include "Riemannian Manifolds: An Introduction to Curvature" by John M. Lee and O'Neill's "Semi-Riemannian Geometry" to deepen understanding of differential geometry and its applications in general relativity.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with differential forms
  • Understanding of differentiable manifolds
  • Basic knowledge of multivariable calculus
  • Working knowledge of topology
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  • Study "Riemannian Manifolds: An Introduction to Curvature" by John M. Lee
  • Read O'Neill's "Semi-Riemannian Geometry"
  • Explore advanced topics in covariant derivatives and Levi-Civita connections
  • Investigate the applications of curvature tensors in general relativity
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I am reading Spivak, Calculus on manifolds, and I have a basic working knowledge of topology through Mendelson, "Introduction to Topology", I want to learn more about differential geometry, especially co variant derivatives, levi-civita connections, Ricci and Rieman curvature tensors. I know about the fundamental forms, and Rieman metrics. I am interested in general relativity but It's impossible for me to learn anything substantial about it without learning more about differential geometry. By the way, I am very familiar with differential forms, differentiable manifolds, and the classic multivariable stuff. Any suggestions?
 
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Try "Riemannian Manifolds: An Introduction to Curvature" by John M. Lee.
 
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thanks, any other suggestions?
 
ONeill's Semi-Riemannian Geometry
 

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