Comprehensive & Challenging Textbooks for Parametric Equations, Polar Coordinates, etc.? [Sophomore Physics Student]

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I'm a sophomore Physics student and I want to refresh my knowledge on these pre-calculus topics. I initially learned them from Cohen's Precalculus/Trigonometry book:

https://www.amazon.com/David-Cohen-Precalculus-Trigonometry-Tutorial/dp/B004K39WKW

and while the trig sections were comprehensive enough, the sections on the topics mentioned above didn't feel complete. Any suggestions for textbooks that I should use? The more comprehensive/challenging the better, as I don't want to have to relearn these topics again in the future (barring super-specific extra topics).

Also, is this even a valid concern or should I just proceed with Calculus/Linear Algebra/Math Methods textbooks (i.e. Spivak, Boas, Friedberg, etc.) and learn additional pre-calc topics as I go?

P.S. While I appreciate theory, I'm trying to avoid textbooks that are geared towards Pure Math majors since I'm mostly reviewing these topics for peace of mind as I tackle more advanced Physics subjects.