Classical Question Regarding The Quality of CRC Press Books

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The discussion centers on the durability and quality of hardcover books published by CRC Press, comparing them to those from Springer. Participants express concerns about the binding and materials used in newer editions, questioning whether they are as sturdy as older books, particularly a 40-year-old CRC Press book that has remained intact. Although there are worries about the potential for newer books to fall apart, users report that none of their recent purchases have shown signs of deterioration yet. Overall, the conversation highlights a focus on the longevity and quality of bookbinding in CRC Press publications over time.
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Is anyone familiar with the books printed by CRC Press? Not the actual content of the book, but the materials used for the hardcover books. Ie., do they fall apart like Springer's books printed today? Or are they made with better binding.
 
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I have one that's 40 years old and has held up well in that time. But what does that say other than that they were made well 40 years ago?
 
I understand your concern. The new ones seem like they should fall apart, but it has not yet happened to any that I have purchased.
 
By looking around, it seems like Dr. Hassani's books are great for studying "mathematical methods for the physicist/engineer." One is for the beginner physicist [Mathematical Methods: For Students of Physics and Related Fields] and the other is [Mathematical Physics: A Modern Introduction to Its Foundations] for the advanced undergraduate / grad student. I'm a sophomore undergrad and I have taken up the standard calculus sequence (~3sems) and ODEs. I want to self study ahead in mathematics...

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