Calculus Will this be enough preparation for Spivak's Calculus book?

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The discussion centers on the adequacy of "Book of Proof" by Hammack and "Basic Mathematics" by Lang as preparatory texts for Spivak's "Calculus." The original poster expresses concern that the content of these books differs significantly from their university experience with Stewart's calculus. A participant suggests that since the poster already has a background in calculus, the second book may not be necessary, while Hammack's book could be beneficial for foundational understanding.
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Reading through a bit the book seems nothing like what I learned in uni (Stewarts calculus)

Will

"Book of Proof" By Hammack --> "Basic Mathematics" by Lang

be enough preparation for Calculus by Spivak?

Thanks.
 
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Rijad Hadzic said:
Reading through a bit the book seems nothing like what I learned in uni (Stewarts calculus)

Will

"Book of Proof" By Hammack --> "Basic Mathematics" by Lang

be enough preparation for Calculus by Spivak?

Thanks.

Since you already know calculus, second book shouldn't be required.
 
hammack might help, probably not lang.
 

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