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[[File:Read.jpg|thumb|A graphic showing the list's dependencies. Click to enlarge.]] | [[File:Read.jpg|thumb|A graphic showing the list's dependencies. Click to enlarge.]] | ||
This list of books provides the most direct and rigorous route to understanding differential geometry. Each selection thoroughly addresses its subject matter. | This list of books provides the most direct and rigorous route to understanding differential geometry. Each selection thoroughly addresses its subject matter. The list does not need to be read linearly or only one book at a time. It is encouraged to go between books and read several at a time to acquire the necessary language and understand the motivations for each idea. See the image on the right for a visual treatment of its dependencies. | ||
The list does not need to be read linearly or only one book at a time. It is encouraged to go between books and read several at a time to acquire the necessary language and understand the motivations. | |||
The '''Royal Road to Differential Geometry and Physics''' is the focus of the list. While on that track, you should refer to the "Fill in Gaps" and "Backbone" sections as needed. | The '''Royal Road to Differential Geometry and Physics''' is the focus of the list. While on that track, you should refer to the "Fill in Gaps" and "Backbone" sections as needed. | ||