What are some recommended books for learning classical physics and astrophysics?

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For those seeking comprehensive resources in Classical Physics and Astrophysics, several key textbooks are recommended. Goldstein's "Classical Mechanics" is highlighted as a definitive graduate-level text, ideal for in-depth study. For undergraduate learners, "Classical Mechanics" by Taylor and "Classical Dynamics of Particles and Systems" by Marion and Thornton are suggested as accessible alternatives. Additionally, there is a request for recommendations on books covering other physics areas, including electromagnetism, waves, thermodynamics, optics, and relativity. A link to a forum with further book recommendations is provided for additional resources.
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Hey Forum ,
Ive been wanting to learn Classical Physics(calculus based) and Astrophysics, but have not crossed paths with a book which seems to satisfy my hunger for thorough and complete explanation.
What I ask of you folks is to Recommend a few books for Classical Physics , and Astrophysics(and Cosmology) which contains extremely detailed information and explanations. I don't mind a number of books which I can use simultaneously but please help me out.
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Goldstein's Classical Mechanics is the classical graduate level / advanced undergraduate level text on classical mechanics. If that's too much, there are many undergraduate texts on classical mechanics, e.g., Classical Mechanics by Taylor and Classical Dynamics of Particles and Systems by Marion and Thornton.
 
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Goldstein's Classical Mechanics is the classical graduate level / advanced undergraduate level text on classical mechanics. If that's too much, there are many undergraduate texts on classical mechanics, e.g., Classical Mechanics by Taylor and Classical Dynamics of Particles and Systems by Marion and Thornton.



Could you also list some books on Other areas of Physics: EM ,Waves,Thermodynamics,Optics and Relativity? and Thankyou
 
Go here a lot of book is Recommended by users
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