Which Books Best Supplement Serway for Electromagnetism?

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For studying electromagnetism effectively, recommendations include the older text "Physics" by Halliday and Resnick, which is praised for its thorough explanations of concepts. The Halliday Resnick Krane edition is also considered beneficial. While the discussion mentions a preference against "Halliday Resnick Walker," the focus remains on finding resources that provide clear conceptual understanding, especially for an algebra-based physics class. The need for supplemental materials to better grasp the subject matter in "College Physics" by Serway is a common concern among students.
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electricity and magnetism HELP!

hi, I am trying to studying physics 2 (electromagnetism) before next semester. the school uses college physics by serway, which is just not working for me

do you have any recommendations of books that will supplement the material on a conceptual basis? is the older text of physics by halliday resnick any good?

the class is algebra based, i will not mind higher mathematics as long as the concepts are thoroughly explained, which in serway they are not.
 
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Halliday Resnick, and Halliday Resnick Krane are good. I don't really like Halliday Resnick Walker.
 

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