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OpenStax
Free, peer-reviewed textbooks for college and high school courses.
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What is OpenStax?
OpenStax, a non-profit at Rice University, publishes free, openly licensed textbooks for subjects such as maths, science, business and the social sciences. You can read every book online or download a PDF at no cost, and low-cost printed copies are available if you prefer paper.
Pros
- Peer-reviewed and free
- PDF downloads for offline reading
- Openly licensed
Cons
- Limited range of subjects
- Printed copies cost money
Who should use OpenStax
Students and self-learners who want quality textbooks without the price tag.
Who may not need it
People looking for light reading or niche topics.
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