Need Advice on Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics Textbook

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The discussion centers on selecting a suitable textbook for beginners in Fluid Mechanics, specifically comparing two options: "Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics" (ISBN: 0133521702) and another edition (ISBN: 0132788128). Both textbooks are well-reviewed, but the user seeks guidance on which offers more worked examples for beginners. Additionally, the mention of "Fluid and Thermodynamics" by K. Hutter and U. Wang (Springer, 2016) suggests a reputable alternative for engineering students.

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  • Research the content and reviews of "Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics" (ISBN: 0133521702)
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This discussion is beneficial for engineering students, educators, and anyone seeking foundational knowledge in Fluid Mechanics through effective textbook selection.

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I learned on Fox and McDonald's Introduction to Fluid Mechanics (~900 pages), there are a few solution manuals available online for you to knock yourself out (1,400 to 2,200 pages of resolved problems).
 
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Since it was asked for an engineering book, I've not responded yet, because I don't know any engineering fluid-mechanics textbooks. There is, however, one from a professor of TU Darmstadt, I've heard lectures from when I was studying there, and he was professor in the engineering department. Since the lectures were excellent, I guess also his book must be very good.

K. Hutter, U. Wang, Fluid and Thermodynamics, 2 vols., Springer (2016)
 
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