<p>I was looking into self-studying economics (macro and micro) with the Princeton Review book (2005). It seems to only scratch the surface of the material, though, and I wanted to get a textbook to supplement the review book. I was considering "Economics," by Paul Samuelson, by my Marketing teacher's recommendation, but I did not realize that it was almost $150.</p>
<p>Is the textbook worth the price? Or is the Princeton Review book really a good enough resource to do well (that is, get a 5) on the AP exam?</p>
<p>I'm using Gregory Mankiw's Principles of Economics textbook. It's considered the authority, I hear and it's pretty straightforward. So far, I think its pretty self-studiable. Good luck!</p>
<p>Mankiw's is pretty good. There is a very good chance that you will use his books in college if you are going to study econ.</p>
<p>Seems like Mankiw's textbook is no financial relief either. :D</p>
<p>Regardless, I'll look into it. I just can't help but not feel confident with only the Princeton Review.</p>
<p>I have the same questions for AP World History and AP Human Geography. Aside from the suggested Prep books from the sticky, should I delve into any particular textbook for further information on these subjects, or are the Prep books sufficient? And is self-studying two more tests still an option this late in the year (sophomore)?</p>
<p>I'm hoping for
AP Biology (class)
AP Chemistry (will be a class in the semester, self-studying first eight chapters to get on pace with the rest of the class)
AP Statistics (class)
AP Macro (self-study)
AP Micro (self-study)
AP World History
AP Human Geography</p>