Looking for books about Science/Math from high school level to university

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The discussion centers on compiling a list of books for self-teaching high school-level Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics, including Algebra, Geometry, and Calculus, with the goal of reaching a university-level understanding. A suggestion is made to start with "Understanding Analysis" by Abbott for a rigorous introduction to calculus and analysis. Additionally, works by Richard Feynman are recommended for their motivational approach to studying physics. The poster expresses gratitude for any help received in this educational endeavor.
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This is going to be asking for a lot, but I'd be grateful for any help I can receive in my endeavor.

I am looking to compile a list of a series of books that someone could read to self-teach themselves a high school understanding of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematical subjects such as Algebra, Geometry, and Calculus, eventually reaching a university level understanding.

Thank you for taking the time to read my post, and as I said, I'd be grateful for any help.


Edit: I'm not sure if this should be in here or Academic Guidance. =x
 
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I enjoyed the book Understanding Analysis by Abbott, it is a small book that gives you a rigorous introduction to calculus and analysis. I think that would be a goodstart. Anything by Feynman is great and will give you motivation to study physics.
 
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