Math Book for All Levels: From Beginner to University

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The discussion revolves around the search for a comprehensive mathematics book that spans from beginner concepts, such as pre-algebra, to university-level mathematics. Participants explore various resources and express their needs for clarity on the scope of such a book.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants inquire about a single math book that covers the entire spectrum from beginner to university level, similar to "University Physics" for physics.
  • One participant suggests that the term "beginning" is broad and asks for clarification on what level of university mathematics is intended.
  • Several books are mentioned as potential resources, including a Schaum's Outline for undergraduate math, Arfken and Weber's reference, and a free online resource by Prof. Nearing.
  • Another participant specifies that they mean from pre-algebra to high school mathematics, indicating a preference for more accessible materials.
  • One participant mentions a pedagogical book that covers the first 300 to 400 pages on pre-algebra to high school topics, with the remaining content addressing university-level mathematics.
  • Another participant recommends middle school and high school textbooks as foundational resources, noting that some adults struggle with middle school-level problems.
  • There is a request for a book that introduces basic concepts such as series, factorials, and number types, indicating a need for beginner-friendly material.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express varying opinions on the availability and suitability of comprehensive math books. There is no consensus on a single resource that meets all needs, and multiple suggestions are offered without agreement on a definitive solution.

Contextual Notes

Participants highlight the ambiguity in defining "beginner" and "university level," which may depend on individual educational backgrounds and goals. The discussion reflects a range of familiarity with available resources and varying levels of comfort with English-language materials.

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This discussion may be useful for learners at various levels seeking guidance on mathematics resources, educators looking for teaching materials, and individuals interested in self-study options in mathematics.

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(sorry for my poor english.) is there a math book for learning mathematics from the beginning until university level, like there's University Physics for physics?
 
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kent davidge said:
(sorry for my poor english.) is there a math book for learning mathematics from the beginning until university level, like there's University Physics for physics?
Could you be a little more precise? From the beginning is a vast region. Also university level might strongly depend on what you intend to study there. And if your English is poor, what would be a preferred language?
 
Not that I'm aware of. I've seen a Schaums Outline that covers much of undergraduate math in one book:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0071635408/?tag=pfamazon01-20

and there's the Arfken and Weber reference:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B010IKN24M/?tag=pfamazon01-20

or the Boaz:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0471198269/?tag=pfamazon01-20

and lastly the free Prof Nearing reference:

http://www.physics.miami.edu/~nearing/mathmethods/mathematical_methods-three.pdf

There's also the MathIsPower4U.com website with a large collection of free videos on high school to undergraduate level math.
 
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fresh_42 by beginning I mean from pre algebra to what you learn in the high school

jedishrfu those books are so hard for me :smile:
 
kent davidge said:
fresh_42 by beginning I mean from pre algebra to what you learn in the high school

jedishrfu those books are so hard for me :smile:
Sorry, in this area I don't have enough knowledge about english book markets.
 
kent davidge said:
I mean from pre algebra to what you learn in the high school

This is covered in the first 300 to 400 pages of this pedagogical book,

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0831133279/?tag=pfamazon01-20

The remaining 900 pages (1200 pages in total!) covers mathematics from the first two years of university.
 
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This is covered in the first 300 to 400 pages of this pedagogical book,

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0831133279/?tag=pfamazon01-20

The remaining 900 pages (1200 pages in total!) covers mathematics from the first two years of university.

Stroud looks pretty good. It uses the self-teaching problem at a time approach with the answer at the start of the next problem.

Another one with a historical bent is Jan Gullberg's tome:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/039304002X/?tag=pfamazon01-20
 
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great books

someone knows a good book which I can learn what are series, factorial, what are natural numbers, rational numbers, geometric and arithmetic progressions, ... ? i.e. a book which starts from the beginning of the math
 
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I suggest middle school + high school textbooks. The fundamental set of knowledge is here (except for series which is a university level topic). I recently read an excellent middle school level textbook (not in english unfortunately) and I really enjoyed myself. In particular, I did learn things that I forgot in geometry and arithmetics, and I found many interesting problems. I discovered that some adults with upper level scientific education could not solve middle school level problems, which was a real surprise.
 
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