Are you a fellow physics student using Purcell & Kleppner?

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Kleppner and Kolenkow's physics textbook is noted for its dry and heavy explanations, while the Berkeley edition of Purcell is favored for its clarity and satisfaction among students. Some physics students are engaging with these texts independently, appreciating their sophistication and depth. The discussion highlights a shared enthusiasm for Purcell, with at least one user expressing a strong preference for it over Kleppner and Kolenkow. The conversation indicates a commitment to self-study among students, particularly those in their first year of physics studies.
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Hey guys, I used Kleppner and Kolenkow last semster,it is an alright book, although sometimes a bit to dry and heavy in its explanations, and am using Purcell now, the Berkeley edition, very happy and satisfied by it.

Just curious if there are any fellow physics students using these books?

yes, just name your school,
 
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I haven't used them in class, but I do read them on my own time.
 
wow, I'm quite impressed, these are pretty sofisticated books. Thats some devotion and charecter.

What year are you? I am a first.

ps. glad 2 hear someonsle uses these books 2.
 
not in class, but i absolutely love purcell.
 
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