Looking for In-Depth Survey Books in Physics and Computer Science?

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In-depth survey books that provide a technical overview of Physics and Computer Science are sought after, particularly those that cover undergraduate topics comprehensively. Recommended titles include "Basic Concepts of Physics" by Sherwin, the "Feynman Lectures on Physics," and "Theoretical Concepts in Physics" by Longair, which delve into fundamental principles like pressure, heat, and algorithmic analysis while offering a holistic view of the fields. Additional suggestions include "Theoretical Physics" by Joos and Kompanyets, "Basic Theoretical Physics" by Krey & Owen, and "A Unified Grand Tour of Theoretical Physics" by Lawrie. The Landau & Lifschitz Course of Theoretical Physics is also highlighted as a significant resource for advanced study.
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I am looking for some in-depth survey books that are not afraid to get technical. Say, a book like Mathematics: Its Contents, Methods, and Meaning. It goes over most topics covered in undergrad and is not afraid to get technical. I'm looking for survey books of that caliber in Physics and Computer Science. I would like to know many of the general principles and results, like explanations of pressure and heat and turing machines and algorithmic analysis, but also a holistic overview of those fields so that I would know which topic deals with what.
 
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In rough order of technicality:

Sherwin, Basic Concepts of Physics
Feynman Lectures on Physics
Longair, Theoretical Concepts in Physics
Joos, Theoretical Physics
Kompanyets, Theoretical Physics
Krey & Owen, Basic Theoretical Physics
Lawrie, A Unified Grand Tour of Theoretical Physics

The Landau & Lifschitz Course of Theoretical Physics: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Course_of_Theoretical_Physics
 
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