Math Problem Books: Discover Your Favourites

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This discussion focuses on favorite math problem books, highlighting several key texts across various mathematical subjects. Notable recommendations include "Principles of Mathematical Analysis," which is currently out of print but regarded as a masterpiece, and "Abstract Analysis" (ISBN: 978-0387901388). Additional resources include a free book with numerous solved exercises, "Math AnEx II," available at a university server, and specialized texts like "Lie Theory" (ISBN: 978-0387909699) and a collection of proof techniques (ISBN: 978-3662572648). The conversation emphasizes the importance of diverse problem sets in enhancing mathematical understanding.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with mathematical problem-solving techniques
  • Understanding of calculus concepts
  • Knowledge of abstract algebra and commutative algebra
  • Basic comprehension of proof techniques in mathematics
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore "Principles of Mathematical Analysis" for foundational concepts in analysis
  • Investigate "Abstract Analysis" for advanced topics in functional analysis
  • Review "Lie Theory" for insights into algebraic structures
  • Access the free resource "Math AnEx II" for practical exercises and solutions
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Mathematics students, educators, and enthusiasts seeking to deepen their problem-solving skills and explore diverse mathematical topics through recommended literature.

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Simple question: what are your favourite problem books on math? This can be any subject, even very specialised ones. Just your favourite ones in all of math.
 
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A collection of exercises in calculus:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000P0R1SY/?tag=pfamazon01-20

A free book (because university server) with really many exercises (and many of them solved):
http://etananyag.ttk.elte.hu/FiLeS/downloads/4b_FeherKosToth_MathAnExII.pdf

A collection of proof techniques:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/3662572648/?tag=pfamazon01-20

Especially many exercises for an ordinary textbook (commutative algebra):
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0201407515/?tag=pfamazon01-20

Lie Theory:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0387909699/?tag=pfamazon01-20

Abstract Analysis:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0387901388/?tag=pfamazon01-20
 
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A collection of exercises in calculus:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000P0R1SY/?tag=pfamazon01-20

A free book (because university server) with really many exercises (and many of them solved):
http://etananyag.ttk.elte.hu/FiLeS/downloads/4b_FeherKosToth_MathAnExII.pdf

A collection of proof techniques:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/3662572648/?tag=pfamazon01-20

Especially many exercises for an ordinary textbook (commutative algebra):
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0201407515/?tag=pfamazon01-20

Lie Theory:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0387909699/?tag=pfamazon01-20

Abstract Analysis:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0387901388/?tag=pfamazon01-20
Such a shame Principles of Mathematical Analysis is out of print. It's a hidden masterpiece.
 

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