Suggest a physics textbook for me

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SUMMARY

The discussion centers around recommended physics textbooks for students preparing for engineering entrance exams in India, specifically the IIT-JEE. Key recommendations include "Concepts of Physics" by H.C. Verma, "Physics" by Halliday and Resnick (1967 edition), and "Problems in General Physics" by I.E. Irodov. Participants emphasize the importance of these texts for mastering topics such as Classical Mechanics, Electromagnetism, and Thermodynamics. The 1967 edition of Halliday and Resnick is noted for its superior content compared to newer editions, while the Feynman Lectures are suggested as supplementary leisure reading rather than core study material.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Classical Mechanics and Electromagnetism
  • Familiarity with problem-solving techniques in physics
  • Knowledge of advanced mathematics relevant to physics
  • Awareness of engineering entrance exam formats, particularly IIT-JEE
NEXT STEPS
  • Research "I.E. Irodov's Problems in General Physics" for challenging problem sets
  • Explore "Educative JEE Mathematics" by Dr. Kapil Joshi for mathematics preparation
  • Investigate the differences between the 1967 and current editions of Halliday and Resnick
  • Review past IIT-JEE papers to understand question patterns and difficulty levels
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Students preparing for engineering entrance exams, particularly those targeting IIT-JEE, as well as educators and tutors in physics and mathematics.

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loom91 said:
He specifically said that the 1967 edition was far better than the current Fundamentals of Physics by Halliday, Resick and Walker.

Hey, can you tell me from where did you get the 1967 edition? I currently use 8th edition of the book, and would like to check if I find the 1967 one better.
 

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