Classical What High School Physics Textbook Complements Feynman Lectures Well?

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The discussion centers on finding a suitable high school-level physics textbook to complement the Feynman Lectures on Physics. It is noted that while the Feynman Lectures are valuable, they should not replace a traditional textbook. Recommendations include standard calculus-based textbooks such as Tipler, Halliday & Resnick, and Young & Freedman, especially for those who have completed Calculus I and II. The consensus is that reading an experimental physics textbook alongside the Feynman Lectures enhances understanding. The participant expresses enthusiasm for starting with Halliday's "Fundamentals of Physics" after considering the suggestions.
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I have read that Feynman Lectures on Physics is pretty good; however, I also read it isn't a replacement for a good textbook. So I wanted a good physics(high school level) textbook that I could read Feynman Lectures on Physics along beside it. Regarding mathematics, I have completed Calculus I and II. Are there any other courses I should take before getting started?
 
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I'd recommend not to waste your time with high-school textbook. If you have completed Calculus I and II (I guess that means you are familiar with real calculus of functions with one and multiple independent variables), you can as well read a calculus based introductory standard textbook like Tipler or Halliday&Resnick&Walker. The Feynman lectures are special. They are an introductory theoretical-physics book. I think it's is helpful to have first read an experimental-physics textbook like the mentioned ones first.
 
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I agree that is the type of book that you should use together with Feynman. Young & Freedman has also been mentioned favorably here many times, although I've never used it myself.
 
Thank you very much for the response. I do really appreciate it. I have read multiple amazing reviews on Halliday's book, so I downloaded Halliday - Fundamentals of Physics book. Can't wait to begin!
 
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