Physics: Calculus (with CD-ROM)

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Summary: A tremendous physics text
Review: Dr. Hecht has written the best introductory text I have ever seen. It combines history with humor with math with the best explanations for fundamental physics concepts. He is consistent throughout on his use of notation, his problem solving hints are complete and tremendously important, his sequence of topics works extremely well for the integration of calculus, he doesn't overemphasize the importance of mathematics, he covers each topic thoroughly and clearly, and he writes like a best-selling author.

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Summary: AH!
Review: I can't believe that I have to use this book for my class. It is so hard to understand and I am thinking of committing sucide because of the class. Any book is better then this!

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Summary: Great physics book
Review: I used this book in intro physics as a college junior. The maths were gentle, and the problems very well set up. Hecht's writing style is easy to read, and often quite humourous. Of the large stack of science textbooks I have acquired so far, these two volumes are definitely two of the most useful and easy to understand.