Alternatives to Kittel & Kroemer's Thermal Physics ?

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For those seeking alternatives to Kittel & Kroemer's "Thermal Physics," several recommendations emerged in the discussion. "Sears and Zemansky" is noted as an introductory physics text, while "Zemansky and Dittman" is highlighted as a suitable thermodynamics resource. Participants clarified the distinction between these texts, with "Zemansky and Dittman" being favored for its focus on thermodynamics. Overall, "Zemansky and Dittman" is considered a strong alternative for understanding thermal physics and statistical mechanics.
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Alternatives to Kittel & Kroemer's "Thermal Physics"?

Hello everyone,
I was wondering if anyone knows of a good book teaching thermal physics /statistical mechanics other than KK. I've found that it is very hard to get a feel of what's going on from that book. Does anyone have any good recommendations?

Thanks,
Vince
 
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Sears and Zemansky et. al. is a decent alternative to Kittel & Kroemer.
 
Isn't Sears and Zemansky an intro-physics book? Perchance, you meant Sears and Salinger?
 
Sorry,

Zemansky and Dittman is the Thermodynamics text, sears and zemansky is the intro book...
 
Thanks guys,

so Z & D is the best?
 

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