Book recommendation for techniques of evaluating Series?

In summary, the book has extensive coverage of the different techniques for evaluating series. However, it is not the best book for someone just starting out.
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TL;DR Summary: I am looking for a good thorough book that is devoted to assembling and explaining techniques of evaluating series.

evaluating series is a very big problem for me right now. I know nowhere near as much about it as I do integration, and the main reason for this is that its quite easy to find detailed books devoted to techniques in integral calculus. But I can hardly find anything for series.

please recommend me something, the more comprehensive the better. I like books that do one specific thing very thoroughly.
 
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Al-Layth said:
TL;DR Summary: I am looking for a good thorough book that is devoted to assembling and explaining techniques of evaluating series.

evaluating series is a very big problem for me right now. I know nowhere near as much about it as I do integration, and the main reason for this is that its quite easy to find detailed books devoted to techniques in integral calculus. But I can hardly find anything for series.

please recommend me something, the more comprehensive the better. I like books that do one specific thing very thoroughly.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OUR06EO/?tag=pfamazon01-20

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There are a million tricks for summing up a million different series. There are extensive books of tables and online tools. You might want to reconsider spending a lot of time on those tricks when there are so many fundamental mathematical subjects to learn. IMHO, only a handful of the tricks are worth learning.
But, to each his own.

PS. I have the same opinion of integration techniques.
 
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Al-Layth said:
TL;DR Summary: I am looking for a good thorough book that is devoted to assembling and explaining techniques of evaluating series.

evaluating series is a very big problem for me right now. I know nowhere near as much about it as I do integration, and the main reason for this is that its quite easy to find detailed books devoted to techniques in integral calculus. But I can hardly find anything for series.

please recommend me something, the more comprehensive the better. I like books that do one specific thing very thoroughly.
Are you struggling with series in the context of a calculus class, or real analysis class?

Truth be told, the most common techniques for book style problems are the Geometric Series Test, P-Series Test, Ratio Test, Root Test, Divergence Test, Comparison Test, and I may be missing a few.

The trick with series is first understanding what a sequence is, convergence of sequence, what a series is, and convergence of a sequence.
 
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Simply Stewart's Calculus book?
 

FAQ: Book recommendation for techniques of evaluating Series?

What are some good introductory books for learning techniques to evaluate series?

Some good introductory books include "Infinite Sequences and Series" by Konrad Knopp, "Introduction to the Theory of Infinite Series" by Thomas J. Bromwich, and "Sequences and Series: A Primer" by P. K. Jain and Khalil Ahmad. These books provide a solid foundation in understanding and evaluating series.

Which books cover advanced techniques for evaluating series?

For advanced techniques, consider "Advanced Calculus" by Patrick M. Fitzpatrick, "Real Analysis: Modern Techniques and Their Applications" by Gerald B. Folland, and "Principles of Mathematical Analysis" by Walter Rudin. These texts delve into more complex methods and applications.

Are there any books that focus specifically on convergence tests for series?

Yes, "Understanding Analysis" by Stephen Abbott and "Introduction to Real Analysis" by Robert G. Bartle and Donald R. Sherbert both have comprehensive sections on convergence tests for series, including the Ratio Test, Root Test, and Integral Test.

Can you recommend any books that include practical applications of series evaluation?

"Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering" by K.F. Riley, M.P. Hobson, and S.J. Bence and "Applied Analysis" by John K. Hunter and Bruno Nachtergaele are excellent choices. These books illustrate how series evaluation techniques are applied in various fields such as physics and engineering.

Are there any online resources or e-books for learning about series evaluation techniques?

Yes, websites like MIT OpenCourseWare and Khan Academy offer free online courses and materials on series evaluation. Additionally, e-books such as "Calculus" by Gilbert Strang, available through MIT OpenCourseWare, and "Real Analysis" by N.L. Carothers, available on various academic platforms, are valuable resources.

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