[charlesdbecker]

Are these good for general education? I read somewhere they were great but more geared toward math competitions.

[sn9]

They might be overkill, but I don't see why not. I guess it depends on what you mean by "general education".

They have great explanations of the fundamental concepts but use problems that really stretch you more than typical books.

Probably better as a second exposure, but doable as a first for a bright and motivated student.