Electricity And Magnetism

Book Details:

• Publisher: Dover

• Author: Edson Ruther Peck

• Language: English

• Edition: Reprint

• ISBN: 9780486493497

• Pages: 476

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 1.3 inches

About The Book:

Electricity and Magnetism by Edson Ruther Peck is a timeless classic that has served as a vital resource for advanced undergraduates studying physics. Originally published in 1953, this reprint edition continues to be widely used by physics majors, offering an in-depth exploration of electricity and magnetism. Requiring only a background in general physics and calculus, this book provides a detailed, comprehensive treatment of key topics in the field.

The text begins with a foundational introduction to electrostatics and progressively covers a wide range of topics, including the electrostatic field of free charges, dielectric theory, capacitance, and electric current. As the book progresses, it explores more advanced concepts such as steady-state magnetism, electromagnetic induction, magnetic properties of matter, and alternating current circuits. Later chapters delve into Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetic waves, offering students a complete understanding of the subject.

With problems at the end of each chapter, the book encourages students to apply their learning and test their understanding of the material. This reprint edition remains an essential reference for anyone interested in mastering the principles of electricity and magnetism, whether as part of their undergraduate studies or as a foundation for more advanced study in physics.