Electricity, Magnetism, and LightBy - Wayne Saslow, Texas A&M
University, U.S.A. A very comprehensive introduction to
electricity, magnetism and optics ranging from the interesting
and useful history of the science, to connections with current
real-world phenomena in science, engineering and biology, to
common sense advice and insight on the intuitive understanding
of electrical and magnetic phenomena. This is a fun book to
read, heavy on relevance, with practical examples, such as
sections on motors and generators, as well as `take-home
experiments' to bring home the key concepts. Slightly more
advanced than standard freshman texts for calculus-based
engineering physics courses with the mathematics worked out
clearly and concisely. Helpful diagrams accompany the
discussion. The emphasis is on intuitive physics, graphical
visualization, and mathematical implementation. Solutions are
available via website to qualified users. Hardbound, 800 Pages
Published: February 2002 Imprint: Academic Press "The topics
that