Seeking book recommendations for studying astrophysics

[VarunLall]

Hi! I'm interested in studying astrophysics. I've previously studied the basic concepts about stars, galaxie and black holes. Can anyone recommend some books that would help me learn more about astrophysics?

 

[rexregisanimi]

I'd highly recommend Carroll and Ostlie's book which you can find on Amazon here:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0805304029/?tag=pfamazon01-20

Be sure you understand Calculus at least to a basic level before embarking ;)

 

[VarunLall]

I'd highly recommend Carroll and Ostlie's book which you can find on Amazon here:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0805304029/?tag=pfamazon01-20

Be sure you understand Calculus at least to a basic level before embarking ;)

Thanks! I'm a college student and currently studying a course in calculus so this is going to be fun!

 

[George Jones]

Although I like (and have on my shelf) Carroll and Ostlie, I also recommend "Foundations of Astrophysics" by Barbara Ryden and Bradley M. Peterson, which is almost at the level of Carroll and Ostlie, but which is shorter, and thus maybe a little less comprehensive and a little more readable.

 

[rexregisanimi]

Mr. Jones has a good recommendation as well. No matter which book you choose, be sure you follow each step. Do a few problems at the end of each chapter or section to be sure you understood and can apply what you read. It takes patience and time (but not a whole lot of money) but it will be worth it.

You can always ask questions here or search online when you run into difficulty.

 

[VarunLall]

Although I like (and have on my shelf) Carroll and Ostlie, I also recommend "Foundations of Astrophysics" by Barbara Ryden and Bradley M. Peterson, which is almost at the level of Carroll and Ostlie, but which is shorter, and thus maybe a little less comprehensive and a little more readable.

Thank you Mr Jones.

 

[VarunLall]

Mr. Jones has a good recommendation as well. No matter which book you choose, be sure you follow each step. Do a few problems at the end of each chapter or section to be sure you understood and can apply what you read. It takes patience and time (but not a whole lot of money) but it will be worth it.

You can always ask questions here or search online when you run into difficulty.

I'll follow your instructions on this, ma'am. Thanks a lot.