What Are the Best Textbooks for Learning Mathematics Through Physics?

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The discussion centers on finding accessible textbooks that connect mathematics to physics, particularly for a hobbyist working on a fluxgate magnetometer project. The original poster mentions "Mathematics for Physics I" by Michael Stone and Paul Goldbart but finds it challenging to understand. They express a desire for a simpler resource that explains mathematical concepts in the context of physics, as they have a background in economics rather than hard sciences. The poster seeks recommendations for books that clarify the relationship between mathematics and physics without being overly complex or filled with exercises, aiming to grasp the foundational principles and applications relevant to their work.
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Hello
I would like to know if there are any good textbooks that can teach mathematics in relationship to physics or explain the usage of popular physical formulæ. I am a hobbyist and I need to have a better understanding of the Calculus problems that I am dealing with while I am working on fluxgate magnetometer - based project.

I found this:

Mathematics for Physics I
Michael Stone
and
Paul Goldbart


Are there any better textbooks out there?
I still cannot forget the Sheldon Axler precalculus textbook I had used in high school. I wish that all textbooks for all disciplines are written like this.

I don't need mathematical examples from any other disciplines. I don't consider economics a hard science for example.
 
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I have:
Mathematics for Physics I
Michael Stone and Paul Goldbart

I cannot understand a lot of things in this book.
I need a simpler textbook.I took calculus 13 years ago in college and I entirely forgot it because of no use.
I never took physics, only economics and other not very hard sciences.

I want to learn everything that surrounds physics. Nobody used physics to teach mathematics?
I am not looking for a school/college textbook loaded with exercises. I just want to learn how things are written and where they are coming from.

I need it for work.

Is there any good book that you can recommend me to remind me of how things are written and how they work?

Thank you.
 
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