The discussion revolves around the "The Art of Problem Solving" textbook series, focusing on its suitability for beginners, the necessity of solution manuals, and recommendations for additional resources. Participants share their experiences with the books and express varying opinions on the best approach to learning mathematics, particularly algebra and geometry.
Participants express differing views on the necessity of solution manuals, the appropriateness of the AOPS series for beginners, and the best resources for advancing mathematical knowledge. No consensus is reached on these points.
Some participants reference their prior experiences with other textbooks, which may influence their recommendations. The discussion includes varying levels of familiarity with the AOPS series and differing educational goals, which may affect the applicability of the suggestions made.
What about delivery in India , I am planning to order aops books along with solution manual from aops site , is it possible to order it from india.MathWA said:I done these books before. I recommend going in order because these books get harder and harder. I think what you have is in order.
It is necessary to buy the solution manual. The concept of these books is teaching the basics then going to the competition level like MathCounts or AMC.
MathWA said:I think it is possible.
i have finished sl loney, euclids elements , i need a advance knowledge of algebra , therefore i was thinking of aops algebra textbook both introduction and intermediateMidgetDwarf said:I think it would be more beneficial to get rigorous books on the subjects you want to learn. Ie, for geometry start with Moise, then Planemetry and Stereometry, both of these books are by Kisselev.
For Trig. Learn it from a textbook aimed at college students supplemented with Gelfand. Then move onto Loney.
yes , i have finished sl loney 3 times and problem also, i am reading euclids element againMidgetDwarf said:Do you mean finished by: doing every problem, understanding the big picture, and being able to prove on your own every theorem without looking?
parshyaa said:i have finished sl loney, euclids elements , i need a advance knowledge of algebra , therefore i was thinking of aops algebra textbook both introduction and intermediate
micromass said:Are you really interested in competitions? If you are, then the aops books are great. If you're not, then there are many better books that you can go through.