The right calculus book for me

In summary, the best calculus book for beginners will depend on individual learning styles and preferences. Some popular options include "Calculus: Early Transcendentals" by James Stewart and "Calculus" by Michael Spivak. For those seeking a more comprehensive understanding, "Calculus" by Michael Spivak and "Calculus: A Complete Course" by Robert A. Adams and Christopher Essex are highly recommended. For self-study, "Calculus Made Easy" by Silvanus P. Thompson and "Calculus: Early Transcendentals" by James Stewart are great choices. Advanced topics in calculus are thoroughly covered in "Advanced Calculus" by Gerald B. Folland and "Calculus on Manifolds" by
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Hi all, I am looking for a low-mid difficulty level calculus book to grasp the main concepts in a short amount of time and to apply to economics problems ie:cobb douglas production function/solow model. Does anyone here have any suggestions as to the best one(s)?

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PiRsq
 
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the easiest book is calc made easy by sylvanus p thompson. or at a higher level, the original first course, now short course, in calculus by serge lang is nice.
 
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Thanks, mathwonk. I'll give it a go
 

Related to The right calculus book for me

1. What is the best calculus book for beginners?

This is a common question for those who are just starting to learn calculus. The best book for beginners will depend on your learning style and preferences. Some popular options include "Calculus: Early Transcendentals" by James Stewart and "Calculus" by Michael Spivak.

2. What is the most comprehensive calculus book?

For those looking for a more in-depth understanding of calculus, a comprehensive book is essential. Some highly recommended options include "Calculus" by Michael Spivak and "Calculus: A Complete Course" by Robert A. Adams and Christopher Essex.

3. What is the best calculus book for self-study?

If you are planning to learn calculus on your own, it is important to have a book that is easy to follow and understand. Some great choices for self-study include "Calculus Made Easy" by Silvanus P. Thompson and "Calculus: Early Transcendentals" by James Stewart.

4. What is a good calculus book for advanced topics?

For those looking to delve into more advanced topics in calculus, it is important to have a book that covers these topics thoroughly and accurately. Some recommended options for advanced calculus include "Advanced Calculus" by Gerald B. Folland and "Calculus on Manifolds" by Michael Spivak.

5. What is the best calculus book for visual learners?

For visual learners, having illustrations and diagrams can greatly enhance their understanding of calculus concepts. Some great options for visual learners include "Calculus: Graphical, Numerical, Algebraic" by Ross L. Finney and "Calculus" by Ron Larson and Bruce H. Edwards.

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