Textbooks about Black Hole physics

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The discussion centers on recommendations for resources on general relativity and black hole physics, particularly for someone with a background in physics and current studies in stellar evolution. Suggested books include "Exploring Black Holes: An Introduction to General Relativity" by Edwin Taylor and John Wheeler, "Gravity: An Introduction to Einstein's General Relativity" by James Hartle, and "Black Holes: An Introduction" by Derek Raine and Edwin Thomas. The latter is noted for its concise coverage of Schwarzschild and Kerr black holes. The appropriateness of these suggestions depends on the specific interests within black hole physics.
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Any good suggestions?

Thank you.
 
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It would be helpful if you tell us your background, e.g. are you already familiar with basics of general relativity.
 
Yes, I have studied some physics courses related to relativity and is studying a course related to stellar evolution and relativity.
 
collapsar said:
Yes, I have studied some physics courses related to relativity and is studying a course related to stellar evolution and relativity.

Some suggestions, in increasing order for level,

Exploring Black Holes: An Introduction to General Relativity, by Edwin Taylor and John Wheeler,
https://www.amazon.com/dp/020138423X/?tag=pfamazon01-20;

Gravity: An Introduction to Einstein's General Relativity, by James Hartle,
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0805386629/?tag=pfamazon01-20;

Black Holes: An Introduction, by Derek Raine and Edwin Thomas,
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1860945880/?tag=pfamazon01-20.

I'm not sure what you mean by "black hole physics," so I'm not sure if my suggestions are appropriate.
 
I also like the thin (!) book "Black Holes: An Introduction" by Derek Raine and Edwin Thomas. But this book only covers Schwarzschild and a bit of Kerr black hole. It really depends on which aspects of black holes you are interested in.
 

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