| Theoretical Concepts in Physics Revised Edition Contributor(s): Longair, Malcolm S. (Author) |
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ISBN: 052152878X ISBN-13: 9780521528788 Publisher: Cambridge University Press OUR PRICE: $124.95 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: December 2003 * Not available - Not in print at this time *Annotation: 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 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Physics - Mathematical & Computational - Science | Physics - General |
| Dewey: 530.1 |
| LCCN: 2002073612 |
| Physical Information: 1.2" H x 6.9" W x 9.6" (2.50 lbs) 588 pages |