Encyclopedia of Physics [Hardcover]

Rita G. Lerner (Editor), George L. Trigg (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 26, 2005 | ISBN-10: 3527405542 | ISBN-13: 978-3527405541 | Edition: 3rd Edition, 2 Volumes

The editors of this Encyclopedia, earlier editions of which met with international acclaim, have now provided a fully revised, expanded and updated third edition of this comprehensive reference work. In two volumes, 500 experts -- among them several Nobel laureates and numerous other scientific award winners -- offer a comprehensive and topical account of physics and the physical world. The volumes comprise more than 500 articles, which have either been completely updated or are altogether new, covering the latest terminology and techniques in physics, including atomic trapping and cooling, biophotonics, econophysics, the formation of stars and planets, quantum communication, space science and technology, and traffic flow.

Editorial Reviews

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"…a concise and accessible ready reference tool exceptionally addressing international reference needs for physics research, education, and practice." (E-STREAMS, September 2007)

"...of use in college and university libraries for a more in-depth encyclopedia coverage of physics topics. Libraries...will probably want to purchase this updated edition for the expanded and current content." (American Reference Books Annual, March 2007)

"…a welcome revision of the previous edition…" (CHOICE, May 2006)

"...strongly recommended for university and larger public library science reference collections." (Library Journal, May 1, 2006)

"very focussed and well-balanced"

"A remarkable editorial achievement!"

"The work has been modernized by additional entries. [The reader] will be pleased to find in one volume all that ranks among the insights of physics—from 'Absorption Coefficient, Accelerators' to 'X-Ray-Spectroscopy, Zeeman-Effect'."
— D. Kamke (Bochum, Phys. Bl. 47 (1991) Nr. 12)

"These two volumes are indeed one of the most remarkable publications in physics, a comprehensive and up-to-date work with every article authoritative."
—G.Roepstorff (RWTH Aachen, Germany)

"For more than 20 years now the two volumes have been recognized as one of the leading international encyclopedias in physics. Now the work is available in its third edition. With this new edition the authors intend to meet the demand for current, precise information of both classical and recent concepts in physics." (METALL)

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"I am pleased to endorse this publication and recommend it to be in the library of all those involved in any aspect of physics."
—E.A. Boudreaux, University of New Orleans

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 3043 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-VCH; 3rd Edition, 2 Volumes edition (December 26, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 3527405542
• ISBN-13: 978-3527405541
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.9 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,831,080 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Complete Course in Physics, June 6, 2000

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Winston Stairs (Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Encyclopedia of Physics, 2nd Edition (Hardcover)

Most comprehensive text on physics seen to date. Excellent reference on virtually any area of physics. Deffinitely not an introductory text, but intended for those with a fairly solid background in mathematics and physics, ie. scientists, engineers or the very serious amateur. Plentiful photos, charts, diagrams and supporting reference material. A must for anyone employed in this field or with a keen interest in physics.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good reference - great authors, August 5, 2001

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S. C. Flowers "S.C." (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Encyclopedia of Physics, 2nd Edition (Hardcover)

This publication provides a very useful reference for many areas of physics. The bibliographies at the end of each section serve as a starting point for further research in the particular subject.

The contributing authors of this book are impressive, e.g. J.D. Jackson (Classical Electrodynamics), H. Goldstein (Analytical Dynamics), E.C.G. Sudarshan, etc.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful reference to have, January 30, 2005

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Chun Hao Wang "137" (137) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Encyclopedia of Physics, 2nd Edition (Hardcover)

This book is awesome! There are so many things in physics that one can learn. This encyclopedia of physics will give you clear explanations of almost everything in physics. This is a truly wonderful book to have. I highly recommend it!