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Best books to learn Mechanical vibrations, in order

Vibration theory is applied differential equations with a strong linear-algebra core: single-degree-of-freedom oscillators, then multi-degree systems and their eigenvalue problem, then continuous systems and their partial differential equations.

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How should I approach learning mechanical vibrations?
Vibration theory is applied differential equations with a strong linear-algebra core: single-degree-of-freedom oscillators, then multi-degree systems and their eigenvalue problem, then continuous systems and their partial differential equations.
What's a good book to start mechanical vibrations with?
A strong starting point is Dynamics of structures by Ray W. Clough. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.

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