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This tag is for questions about recommendation of books for some particular area, topic, problem. Use this tag together with (reference-request) tag.

Any question where you require a recommendation of textbooks or literature on a particular area, topic or problem merits the usage of this tag.

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Probability Book For Beginner.

I am a graduate school freshman. I did not take a probability lecture. So I don't have anything about Probability. Could you suggest Probability book No matter What book level?
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Suggestion of a book for basic algebra?

In my country (United Mexican States) it's very famous the book called "Algebra" from Aurelio Baldor to basic math. But i'm curious, what do they use in your countries? Do you know any famouse book for this?
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Introduction to algebraic geometry

I want to start learning algebraic geometry. What introductory books do you recommend? My background in algebra includes group and basic ring theory, as well as some module theory. Do I need Galois theory? Thanks!
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Algebra Books containing Questions and Solutions Only

I'm looking for a book in abstract algebra which covers: Fields Rings Jordan Form Factor Rings I already have a book to read the theory. Unfortunately it's very abstract with almost no examples. Is there a book which contains examples and…
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Book to learn basics of number theory?

I would like to hear some easy books to learn basics of number theory from. I have almost no knowledge about topic to start with, so book should start with very basics. I'm currently on high school, but the book would be used just for personal…
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Advise me a book please

I am in need of book on coordinates and arithmetic progression, for level like: $3x-y=6$ $3x+4y+9=0$ Find meet point this two lines, and meet points with $x,y$ axis, and area of triangle formed by this two lines and $x$ axis OR Draw the curve…
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Books with proving stuff. Any suggestions.

So I've recently started proofs since I'm taking a proofs class in college. We use Velleman's book "How To Prove It". I've been having a lot of trouble with proofs and Velleman's book just doesn't do the job in helping me out. I have pretty good…
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Book recommendation: math toolkit for quantitative finance and statistics

I am looking for a book which teaches mathematical topics which are relevant to master quantitative finance and statistics. Please note, I do not mean a book which would explain how math is applied to solve problems in quantitative finance and…
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What is your reading recommendation to get back to mathematics?

I don't know if this is the right place to ask this question. If it's not please redirect me to the appropriate location. First, a little bit of background. I studied mechanical engineering and even got my degree more than 15 years ago. I never…
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Book recommendation for configuration spaces

I once attended to a lecture about configuration spaces, and I loved it because it had a lot of topology. Is there any good introductory book about configuration spaces? By the way, I studied Munkres' Topology.
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Seeking Book Recommendations on Probability Concentration Inequalities and Their Applications

I'm looking for good exopository books and resources for probability concentration inequalities that covers both the theoretical aspects and practical applications of these inequalities. My interest primarily lies in understanding how they can be…
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What math knowledge should I have before starting reading "Algebra and Trigonometry" by Stewart?

I want to read "Algebra and Trigonometry" by Stewart. What math knowledge should I have before starting reading "Algebra and Trigonometry" by Stewart?
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Linear Algebra book recommendation ( with rigorous proofs and pure mathematical )

I know, that there are a similar topics of my question, but I didn't find the answer.) $\textbf{Problem:}$ I need a book of LA for self-study, but I want to find the book like "Introduction to real analysis by G. Bartle, R. Sherbert" in analysis,…
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Suggest a book of statistics for a pure mathematician.

I have looked into Walpole and Devore, but I am not being able to decide. I want to study probability and statistics (both are my weak points) to be able to clear interviews and qualifying tests. I am a pure mathematician with knowledge of both pure…
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Book: Springer "Grundwissen Mathematikstudium" English Language Alternative

This is a rigorous and extremely comprehensive presentation of Linear algebra and Analysis in German language. Can anyone recommend such a comprehensive book in English Language? https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-8274-2309-2
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