Can anybody recommend a book for electrical engineering?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around recommendations for books on electrical engineering, specifically focusing on learning about components and reading circuit diagrams. Participants share their preferences and experiences with different texts.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks recommendations for books that cover electrical components and circuit diagrams, referencing a specific example of a Geiger counter schematic.
  • Another participant suggests "The Art of Electronics" by Horowitz and Hill as a valuable introductory book for electronics.
  • A different participant agrees with the recommendation of "The Art of Electronics," noting its reputation among professionals and students.
  • One participant expresses that while "The Art of Electronics" is a great resource, it may be challenging for beginners and recommends starting with "Electrical Engineering: Principles and Applications" by Allan Hambley before progressing to AoE.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the value of "The Art of Electronics," but there is a disagreement regarding its suitability for novices, with some suggesting alternative starting points.

Contextual Notes

Some participants note the potential difficulty of "The Art of Electronics" for beginners, indicating a need for foundational knowledge before tackling it.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in learning about electrical engineering, particularly beginners seeking foundational texts and recommendations for further study.

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can anybody recommend a book for electrical engineering? i want to learn all the components and be able to read a circuit diagram.
something like this (geiger-counter)
http://www.imagesco.com/articles/geiger/schematicl.jpg
 
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I agree, Horowitz and Hill's Art of Electronics is much revered by electronics professionals and students.
 


While Art of Electronics is probably the best book I have read so far ( in electronics), it might prove to be a little dry and tricky for a novice. I would suggest starting with "Electrical Engineering :Principles and Applications" by Allan Hambley. Once you are comfortable with concepts you can move on to AoE.

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