Which Books Best Teach Each Field of Study?

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The discussion centers on recommendations for the best educational books across various fields, including algebra, relativity, calculus, and mechanics. Participants suggest specific titles that enhance understanding in these subjects. Notable recommendations include "Serway's Physics for Scientists and Engineers" for general physics, "Hungerford" for algebra, "Wald" for relativity, "Spivak" for calculus, and "Arnold" for mechanics. Additionally, "Engineering Mathematics Through Applications" is highlighted for its comprehensive solutions to problems, making it a valuable resource for both algebra and calculus. The emphasis is on finding books that facilitate deep understanding in their respective fields.
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Hi all,

I was just wondering what everyone thought the best books were for example, for algebra, relativity, calculus, mechanics, general physics and so on.

Basicaly which book can teach you a field of learning with most understanding.

Thanks!

PS for me for example, a general physics book that I found rather comprehensive is serways physics for scientists and engineers, not sure about understanding though...
 
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Algebra: Hungerford
Relativity: Wald
Calculus: Spivak
Mechanics: Arnold
 
For Algebra and Calculus use Engineering Mathematics Through Applications, it has complete solutions to all the problems online.
 

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