So I checked out Rudin's Analysis book for fun

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The forum discussion centers around the high price of Walter Rudin's "Principles of Mathematical Analysis," which retails for approximately $150 on Amazon. Despite its cost, participants acknowledge Rudin's reputation as a leading author in advanced mathematics. Comparisons are made to other texts, such as Pugh's Analysis, which are perceived as better value. The conversation also highlights the availability of used copies at significantly lower prices, suggesting that international purchasing options can yield substantial savings.

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... the book is tiny ... (sure it has lots of advanced material) but wow ... $150 new on Amazon, for something you could lose to your couch? crazy.
 
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I should go into the textbook business.

Rudin is one of the best author's I've read, though that list is pretty short. It's probably almost worth all that money.
 
how much fun did you have?
 
mathwonk said:
how much fun did you have?
not much. i was just curious to see what higher level math textbooks contained, lotsss of theorems!
 
Pugh Analysis is better.
 
I've checked amazon and the only book of his that costs so much is functional analysis but still it doesn't cost 150 dollars.
 
loop quantum gravity said:
I've checked amazon and the only book of his that costs so much is functional analysis but still it doesn't cost 150 dollars.
USA Hardcover $156.25
 
dude, go international. its like $26 for a used one. XD
 
who buys hardcover, nowadays?
 
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strings235 said:
dude, go international. its like $26 for a used one. XD

Or for half that price, new. :wink:
http://firstandsecond.com/store/books/info/search.asp?styp=isb&stxt=0070856133
 
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