Maggiore, Michele

A Modern Introduction to Classical Electrodynamics

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ISBN 13:
9780192867438
author:
Maggiore, Michele
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Oxford University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2023
Pages:
464
Dimensions:
24.7 x 19 x 2.2 centimetres (0.9
Genre:
Science, Electricity, Science,
Condition:
New
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£42.54

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A Modern Introduction to Classical Electrodynamics by Michele Maggiore is an ideal resource for undergraduate and graduate students alike. This comprehensive textbook focuses on the formal structure of classical electrodynamics, introducing Maxwell's equations in the vacuum and emphasizing the central role of gauge invariance and Special Relativity. The book begins with introductory chapters that rederive elementary results from electrostatics and magnetostatics, followed by a detailed introduction to Special Relativity. Most subsequent derivations are performed using covariant formalism and gauge potentials, providing greater conceptual clarity compared to traditional treatments. The text also covers advanced topics such as the field-theoretical treatment of classical electrodynamics. Suitable for students looking to deepen their understanding of classical electrodynamics, this book is clearly marked with sections for more advanced readers. These parts can be skipped without loss of continuity, making it an accessible resource for a range of learners.

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