What is a Good Book for Self-Studying Number Theory?

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For self-study in number theory, "Elementary Number Theory" by Jones and Jones is recommended as a solid choice. Another highly regarded book is "An Introduction to the Theory of Numbers" by Niven et al., which offers hints and answers for selected problems, although a solutions manual may not be available. The book includes challenging starred problems, with some considered among the hardest in international math competitions, providing an excellent opportunity for those seeking a rigorous challenge.
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I've never studied the number theory before, and its not something I can study as an elective. What good book could I use for self study?
 
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Elementary Number Theory by Jones and Jones is good.
 
Thank you. I'll see if its available here.
 
"An Introduction to the Theory of Numbers" by Niven et.al.
 
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"An Introduction to the Theory of Numbers" by Niven et.al.

I'll second this book. Hints and answers are given only for selected problems. I'm not sure if there is a solutions manual available but it could be very helpful. The starred problems are very difficult (I think the last problem in the divisibility section of chapter 1 is considered one of the hardest international math olympiad problems) so try them if you want a real challenge.
 

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