What is a good book for Multi-variable Calculus III?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around recommendations for self-study resources for Multi-variable Calculus III, specifically seeking non-textbook options. Participants express preferences for books that teach concepts rather than just provide solutions.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks recommendations for self-study books for Calculus III, explicitly requesting not to suggest textbooks.
  • Another participant questions the distinction between a textbook and a general book, indicating a need for clarification on terminology.
  • A third participant defines textbooks as materials that provide solutions and instructions, contrasting them with prep books that are intended to teach concepts more effectively.
  • One suggestion is made for a specific book, linking to a resource that may align with the request for a teaching-focused approach.
  • Another participant suggests looking for books similar to those from Princeton Review or Barron's, while expressing a preference against beginner-level books like those in the "Dummies" series.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the desire for teaching-focused resources rather than traditional textbooks, but there is some disagreement on what constitutes a textbook versus a general book.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not defined specific criteria for what makes a book suitable for their needs, and there may be varying interpretations of the effectiveness of different types of resources.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in self-studying Multi-variable Calculus III, particularly those looking for non-traditional learning materials.

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OKay, so I self-studied Calculus II when I was in High school using a prep book and I did very well. So I am looking into self-studying Calculus III, what good books are there?

Do not suggest textbooks because I didn't use textbooks when I self-studied Calculus II.
 
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flyingpig said:
what good books are there?

Do not suggest textbooks
What is the difference between a textbook and a book?
 
Landau said:
What is the difference between a textbook and a book?

Textbooks brief out solutions and instructions to save printing cost. Prep books actually TEACH you how to do things, with solutions that TEACH you what you are suppose to have done.
 
Ah, so you want something like http://www.mhprofessional.com/product.php?isbn=0071481214?
 
Landau said:
Ah, so you want something like http://www.mhprofessional.com/product.php?isbn=0071481214?

Maybe something along the line of Princeton Review, Barron's for Calculus II. Not one of those Dummies book
 

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