Principles of Physics, A Calculus Based Text

by Raymond A. Serway

Introductory physics texbook.

Genres: Textbooks, Physics, Science, Reference, Nonfiction, School, Mathematics

Paperback

First published January 1, 1994

Reviews

[Francisco Tapiador · Rating 5 out of 5]

A huge fan. Probably, the best book you can get for teaching/learning Physics 101. It is the one I've decided to use for my lectures. Compared to other similar books such as Tippler's or Giancoli's, the S&J provides a clearer perspective on how a Physicist thinks and how to approach to a physical problem, -a couple of things that are interesting beyond learning Physics. The key concepts are clearly discussed and the whole book is carefully thought to help the reader, and not to show how smart the authors are. Thus for instance, the discussion on why you we need a momentum conservation principle, or the one about entropy and micro/macro states are really good even if you don't have a clue on Physics&Maths. In spite of the title, the calculus part is quite soft albeit rigorous and effective. The Modern Physics part is probably the best basic introduction you can get to quantum physics and relativity.

[Rex · Rating 3 out of 5]

Average textbook.

[Douglas Mendes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read 2 to 3 times...

[Sarina · Rating 1 out of 5]

I didn't learn anything because I do not and will not understand physics.

[Meesa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Justin guilt tripped me into giving this book five stars. In all fairness, it is because of this [horrid:] book that we met..

Sarina, forgive me.