What is a good book for inequalities?

In summary, the speaker's goal is to master inequalities in order to understand books like Cauchy-Schwarz Master Class by Steele. They are looking for recommendations for books to improve their skills in inequalities, and have found one called Introduction To Inequalities by AJ Lohwater. They are surprised that the post has not received any responses and are seeking to improve their problem-solving skills to eventually understand more advanced books on inequalities.
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My goal is to master inequalities so that I can have a deep understanding of a book like the Cauchy -Schwartz Master Class by Steele. Right now, that book is too difficult for me. I want to work upto that level and have good intuition about inequalities. Are there any good books where I can hone my skills ?
 
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To be honest, I'm quite surprised this thread hasn't gotten any responses at all. It's not like it's asking for a book on a specialised topic like, say, Applications of Jensen's Inequality. It's just asking for a general book to begin inequalities and get a firm grip on them. I thought it would be full of posts.

I found a book called Introduction To Inequalities by AJ Lohwater. I don't know what kind of reputation it has, but it seems pretty easy to follow.

If it helps, I want to improve my problem solving skills and a book like Cauchy Shwarz master class would be absolutely great. It's just that it's beyond me at the moment and I need to do some work to get up there.
 

1. What makes a book a good resource for learning about inequalities?

A good book for inequalities should have clear explanations and examples, and should cover a wide range of topics and problem types. It should also have practice problems and solutions to help reinforce understanding.

2. Are there any specific books or authors that are highly recommended for learning about inequalities?

Some widely recommended books for learning about inequalities include "Inequalities: A Mathematical Olympiad Approach" by Radmila Bulajich Manfrino, José Antonio Gómez Ortega, and Rogelio Valdez Delgado, and "Inequalities: An Approach Through Problems" by B. J. Venkatachala.

3. Is it important to have a strong background in math before attempting to learn about inequalities?

While some prior knowledge of algebra and basic equations is helpful, a good book for inequalities should be accessible to all levels. It should start with the basics and gradually build upon those concepts.

4. Can a good book for inequalities be used for self-study or is it better to have a teacher or tutor?

A good book for inequalities should be suitable for self-study, with clear explanations and examples. However, having a teacher or tutor to provide guidance and answer questions can also be beneficial.

5. Are there any online resources or supplementary materials that can enhance the learning experience from a book on inequalities?

Yes, there are many online resources such as video tutorials, practice problems, and interactive worksheets that can supplement the material in a book on inequalities. Some books may also come with online resources or additional practice problems and solutions.

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