Has anyone read "Covariant Electrodynamics: A Concise Guide"?

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The discussion revolves around the book "Covariant Electrodynamics: A Concise Guide," focusing on its quality, uniqueness compared to other texts on the subject, and personal experiences with the book. Participants express curiosity and skepticism regarding its value relative to established works like those by Landau and Melvin Schwartz.

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  • One participant notes the lack of reviews on Amazon, expressing hesitation about ordering the book and questioning its quality compared to other texts.
  • Another participant expresses interest in reading the book but has not done so yet.
  • A different participant shares a personal experience of purchasing the book at a low price and finds it acceptable for that cost.
  • Another comment highlights the attractiveness of the book's price, suggesting it may influence purchasing decisions.

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Participants do not reach a consensus on the book's quality or its comparative value to other texts, indicating a mix of curiosity and uncertainty about its merits.

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Participants' opinions are based on limited personal experiences and the availability of reviews, which may affect their assessments of the book's content and quality.

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Readers interested in electrodynamics, particularly those considering new texts or seeking alternatives to established works.

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There is only one review of this book in amazon so I'm hesitant to order it. It is a good book? what make it different than other books that cover the topic like the one of Landau or Melvin Schwartz's ?
 
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I didn't read it, but I would like to.
 
I picked it up at a Half Price Books on a whim, I thought it was OK given I spent less than $8 on it.
 
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Hard to resist at that price.
 

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