Classical Which book is better for the physics olympiad?

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For preparing for the mechanics section of the physics Olympiad, both "Introduction to Mechanics" by Kleppner and Kolenkow and "Introduction to Classical Mechanics" by David Morin are recommended, with an emphasis on solving numerous problems from these texts. Morin's book is noted for having solutions included, which can aid in understanding. In the area of electromagnetism, "Electricity and Magnetism" by Purcell and Morin is suggested alongside Griffiths' "Introduction to Electrodynamics," with additional recommendations for David Cheng's and Nayfe's books for their quality problems. For relativity, "Gravity" by Hartle is mentioned, but the discussion invites suggestions for other suitable texts in this category. Overall, the consensus highlights the importance of problem-solving across all recommended books to excel in the Olympiad.
Ankit Chowdhury
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Which book is better for mechanics of physics Olympiad-
1)Introduction to mechanics by Kleppner-D.-Kolenkow-R.J.-
or
2)Introduction to classical mechanics by David Morin.
And for Emag
1)Electricity and Magnetism by Purcell and Morin
or
2)Introduction to Electrodynamics by Griffiths
For relativity
1)Gravity Hartle
or please suggest any other books of this three types
 
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Hi Ankit!
The truth is,for olympiad one should solve many problems.You could find the lessons in every books.I recommend you get all of them,and
solve the problems available on them.I also think the Morin's mechanics got the soloutions on itself too.
David cheng's electromagnetic and Nayfe's one got good problems.
 
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