Does any one know of any good ebook on optics?

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The discussion centers around finding good ebooks on optics. A user shares a link to a resource, specifically mentioning a book by E. Hecht. However, another participant points out that obtaining an electronic version of Hecht's "Optics" would be illegal since the book is still in print. This highlights the importance of respecting copyright laws when seeking educational materials.
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does anyone know of any good ebook on optics
 
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i was wondering if i could get an electronic version of e.hecht's optics
 
pardesi said:
i was wondering if i could get an electronic version of e.hecht's optics

If you could, it would be illegal, as this book is still in print.
 
oh sorry then :cry:
 

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