Topology Alternative Books to Rudin-PMA's Chp. 8-12

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The discussion centers on finding alternative books to replace chapters 8-12 of Rudin's "Principles of Mathematical Analysis," specifically focusing on easier texts that cover the analysis of functions of several variables, manifolds, and differential forms. Participants note that Rudin's later chapters may not be as effective as the earlier ones. A recommended resource is Wendell Fleming's "Functions of Several Variables," along with suggestions to complement it with texts by Hubbard and Spivak. The conversation highlights the need for accessible materials for studying differential geometry and topology.
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Hello!

What books are excellent choice to reaplace Rudin-PMA's Chapters 8-12? I am specifically interested in the easier books than Rudin that treat the analysis of functions of several variables, manifolds, and differential forms; my next goal is to study the differential geometry/topology.

I heard Rudin's later chapters are not good as first seven chapters.
 
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I don't think you're talking about the same book I interpreted you to be. I thought you were referring to Rudin's Principles of Mathematical Analysis, but the most recent edition of that book doesn't have a chapter 12.

However, assuming that you meant Rudin's Principles of Mathematical Analysis chapters 8-11, my current favorite text on those topics is Wendell Fleming's Functions of Several Variables.
 
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