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

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The discussion centers around the limited availability of reviews for a specific book on Amazon, leading to hesitation in purchasing it. Participants express curiosity about the book's quality and its unique aspects compared to other notable works on the same topic, such as those by Landau and Melvin Schwartz. One participant shares their experience of buying the book at a discounted price from Half Price Books, indicating that they found it acceptable given the low cost. The conversation highlights the importance of reviews in decision-making and the appeal of affordable book options.
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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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