| Theoretical Concepts in Physics: An Alternative View of Theoretical Reasoning in Physics Revised Edition Contributor(s): Longair, Malcolm S. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0511840179 ISBN-13: 9780511840173 Publisher: Cambridge University Press OUR PRICE: $494.00 Product Type: Open Ebook - Other Formats Published: June 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Physics - Mathematical & Computational |
| Dewey: 530.1 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This second edition of a popular text demonstrates how physics can be appreciated through a series of case studies spanning a complete university physics course. Highlights include three new chapters on Newton's laws (one on ancient astronomy up to the time of Galileo, one on Galileo, and one on Newton); a new chapter on dimensional methods, chaos and self-organized criticality; and a new chapter on the technology of cosmology. Although all the arguments are presented precisely in physical and mathematical terminology, the book is written in a relatively non-technical manner, intended to convey a deep understanding and appreciation of the incredible achievements of theorists in creating the structure of modern physics. First Edition Hb (1984): 0-521-25550-3 First Edition Pb (1984): 0-521-27553-9 |