Ready to Master Calculus at 15? Discover the Best Resources!

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The discussion centers around a 15-year-old seeking resources to learn calculus, expressing uncertainty about their peers' knowledge of the subject. Participants recommend various books and resources, emphasizing the importance of a strong foundation in algebra and trigonometry before tackling calculus. Suggested texts include "Algebra & Trigonometry" by Judith Beecher, "Calculus" by Stewart, and "Calculus" by Michael Spivak for a more theoretical approach. Some caution against using Walter Rudin's works for beginners due to their complexity. Participants also discuss the importance of motivation in learning math, suggesting engaging books like "Journey through Genius" and "Calculus for Dummies" to build conceptual understanding. The conversation highlights the balance between rigorous study and maintaining enthusiasm for mathematics, with some contributors sharing their own experiences of learning calculus at a young age.
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Thanks for replies to my thread, I really appreciated it, although the books were a bit 'over my head' for me at that age :)

I'm now in university and getting along well.
I got help from the book Calculus The Easy Way to get a grip of what it's like.
For serious studying, I studied calculus at high school, and also by studying for physics olympiad.
Thanks for your concern!
 

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