 |  Stress Waves in Solids
by H. Kolsky
The most readable survey of the theoretical core of current knowledge available. The author gives a concise account of the classical theory necessary to an understanding of the subject and considers how this theory has been extended to solids. read more
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|  Theoretical Kinematics
by O. Bottema
B. Roth
Classic, comprehensive treatment covers Euclidean displacements; instantaneous kinematics; two-position, three-position, four-and-more position theory; special motions; multiparameter motions; kinematics in other geometries; and special mathematical methods. read more
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|  Physics of Shock Waves and High-Temperature Hydrodynamic Phenomena
by Ya. B. Zel’dovich
Yu. P. Raizer
Physical, chemical processes in gases at high temperatures are focus of outstanding text, which combines material from gas dynamics, shock-wave theory, thermodynamics and statistical physics, other fields. 284 illustrations. 1966–1967 edition. read more
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|  Elements of Gas Dynamics
by H. W. Liepmann
A. Roshko
First-rate text covers thermodynamics, one-dimensional gas dynamics and one-dimensional wave motion, waves in supersonic flow, flow in ducts and wind tunnels, methods of measurement, the equations of frictionless flow, small-perturbation theory, and more. read more
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|  Engineering Magnetohydrodynamics
by George W. Sutton
Arthur Sherman
This three-part treatment deals mainly with properties of ionized gases in magnetic and electric fields; addresses macroscopic motion of electrically conducting compressible fluids; and explores applications of magnetohydrodynamics. 1965 edition. read more
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|  The Equations of Radiation Hydrodynamics
by Gerald C. Pomraning
Graduate-level text examines propagation of thermal radiation through a fluid and effects on hydrodynamics of fluid motion, including formulations of radiative transfer and relativistic effects of fluid motion. 1973 edition. read more
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|  Foundations of Radiation Hydrodynamics
by Dimitri Mihalas
Barbara Weibel Mihalas
Excellent, informative volume focuses on dynamics of nonradiating fluids, problems involving waves, shocks and stellar winds, physics of radiation, radiation transport, and the dynamics of radiating fluids. 1984 edition.
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|  Hydrodynamics
by Sir Horace Lamb
A classic presentation of the subject and a standard reference, unexcelled for its exposition of fundamental theorems, equations, and detailed methods of solution. 1932 edition. read more
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|  Microhydrodynamics: Principles and Selected Applications
by Sangtae Kim
Seppo J. Karrila
Appropriate for graduate students, this text explains analytical and computational methods for solving problems related to motion of particles through flow of a viscous fluid. 99 figures. 47 tables. 1991 edition. read more
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|  Boundary and Eigenvalue Problems in Mathematical Physics
by Hans Sagan
Well-known text uses a few basic concepts to solve such problems as the vibrating string, vibrating membrane, and heat conduction. Problems and solutions. 31 illustrations. read more
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|  Condensed Matter Physics
by A. Isihara
More than a graduate text and advanced research guide on condensed matter physics, this volume emphasizes applications to a variety of systems rather than theoretical derivations and techniques. 1991 edition.
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|  Fundamentals of Mathematical Physics
by Edgar A. Kraut
Indispensable for students of modern physics, this text provides the necessary background in mathematics to study the concepts of electromagnetic theory and quantum mechanics. 1967 edition.
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|  Great Experiments in Physics: Firsthand Accounts from Galileo to Einstein
by Morris H. Shamos
Starting with Galileo's experiments with motion, this study of 25 crucial discoveries includes Newton's laws of motion, Chadwick's study of the neutron, Hertz on electromagnetic waves, and more. read more
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|  The Infancy of Atomic Physics: Hercules in His Cradle
by Alex Keller
This compelling history portrays the human faces and lives behind the beginnings of atomic science, from experiments in the 1880s to the era just after the First World War. read more
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|  Introduction to the Physics of Fluids and Solids
by James S. Trefil
This interesting, informative survey by a well-known science author ranges from classical physics and geophysical topics, from the rings of Saturn and the rotation of the galaxy to underground nuclear tests. 1975 edition. read more
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|  Kernel Functions and Elliptic Differential Equations in Mathematical Physics
by Stefan Bergman
Menahem Schiffer
Covers the theory of boundary value problems in partial differential equations and discusses a portion of the theory from a unifying point of view while providing an introduction to each branch of its applications. 1953 edition.
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|  Mathematical Physics: A Popular Introduction
by Francis Bitter
Reader-friendly guide offers illustrative examples of the rules of physical science and how they were formulated. Direct, nontechnical terms explain methods of fact gathering, analysis, and experimentation. 60 figures. 1963 edition.
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|  Mathematical Tools for Physics
by James Nearing
Encouraging students' development of intuition, this original work begins with a review of basic mathematics and advances to infinite series, complex algebra, differential equations, Fourier series, and more. 2010 edition. read more
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|  Mathematics of Classical and Quantum Physics
by Frederick W. Byron, Jr.
Robert W. Fuller
Graduate-level text offers unified treatment of mathematics applicable to many branches of physics. Theory of vector spaces, analytic function theory, theory of integral equations, group theory, more. Many problems. Bibliography. read more
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|  Nonstandard Methods in Stochastic Analysis and Mathematical Physics
by Raphael Høegh-Krohn
Sergio Albeverio
Tom Lindstrøm
Jens Erik Fenstad
Two-part treatment begins with a self-contained introduction to the subject, followed by applications to stochastic analysis and mathematical physics. "A welcome addition." — Bulletin of the American Mathematical Society. 1986 edition. read more
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|  Partial Differential Equations of Mathematical Physics and Integral Equations
by Ronald B. Guenther
John W. Lee
Superb treatment for math and physical science students discusses modern mathematical techniques for setting up and analyzing problems. Discusses partial differential equations of the 1st order, elementary modeling, potential theory, parabolic equations, more. read more
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|  Perturbation Techniques in Mathematics, Engineering and Physics
by Richard Bellman
Graduate students receive a stimulating introduction to analytical approximation techniques for solving differential equations in this text, which introduces scientifically significant problems and indicates useful solutions. 1966 edition. read more
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|  Physics of Fully Ionized Gases: Second Revised Edition
by Lyman Spitzer, Jr.
An introductory course in theoretical physics is the sole prerequisite for this general but simple introduction to the fields of plasma and fusion research. 1962 edition.
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|  Physics of Waves
by William C. Elmore
Mark A. Heald
Ideal as a classroom text or for individual study, this unique one-volume overview of classical wave theory covers wave phenomena of acoustics, optics, electromagnetic radiations, and more. read more
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|  Statistical Physics
by Gregory H. Wannier
Classic text combines thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, and kinetic theory in one unified presentation. Topics include equilibrium statistics of special systems, kinetic theory, transport coefficients, and fluctuations. Problems with solutions. 1966 edition. read more
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|  Theoretical Nuclear Physics
by John M. Blatt
Victor F. Weisskopf
An uncommonly clear and cogent investigation and correlation of key aspects of theoretical nuclear physics by leading experts: the nucleus, nuclear forces, nuclear spectroscopy, two-, three- and four-body problems, nuclear reactions, beta-decay and nuclear shell structure. read more
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