Search for College Physics Handheld Book - Suggestions Needed

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The discussion focuses on recommendations for portable college physics books covering topics such as kinematics, dynamics, and Newton's laws. Users suggest several titles, including "An Introduction to Mechanics" by Kleppner & Kolenkow, which is noted for its manageable size, and "Vibrations and Waves" by French. Additionally, older editions of physics texts from the 1960s are mentioned as being more compact, although the suggested book from that era is 1324 pages long. The aim is to find a supplementary resource that is easy to carry and read during lectures.

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  • Understanding of basic physics concepts such as kinematics and dynamics.
  • Familiarity with Newton's laws of motion.
  • Knowledge of textbook formats and editions.
  • Ability to evaluate book sizes and portability for academic use.
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  • Research "An Introduction to Mechanics" by Kleppner & Kolenkow for its compact format and content.
  • Explore "Vibrations and Waves" by French for additional physics concepts.
  • Investigate older physics textbooks from the 1960s for their compact editions.
  • Look into reviews and comparisons of portable physics books for college students.
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College students studying physics, educators seeking supplementary materials, and anyone looking for portable resources on kinematics and dynamics.

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Hi,
I'm looking for a book that's relative to College Physics, specifically kinematics, dynamics, Newton's laws etc. Something that is small and I can read in and out of lecture, basically something portable.
My textbook is okay but it would be nice if I can read a handheld book about certain subjects. Of course, this will not be a replacement for my textbook,

any suggestions on what I should look for?

thanks in advanced
 
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