New students guide to Maxwell's Eqs

[jackiefrost]

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0521701473/?tag=pfamazon01-20 by Daniel Fleish (2008) is by far the clearest and most consistent introductory material on Maxwell's Equations that I've ever read. In fact, I'd rate it higher than "Div, Grad, Curl, and all that" for its explanations of background mathematical concepts. Anyone approaching classical EM for the first time won't be wasting a cent in the purchase of this book! It makes an indispensable companion to Griffith or any other introductory text but is also a great stand-alone study.

Check it out...

jf

 

[mal4mac]

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0521701473/?tag=pfamazon01-20 by Daniel Fleish (2008) is by far the clearest and most consistent introductory material on Maxwell's Equations that I've ever read. In fact, I'd rate it higher than "Div, Grad, Curl, and all that" for its explanations of background mathematical concepts. Anyone approaching classical EM for the first time won't be wasting a cent in the purchase of this book! It makes an indispensable companion to Griffith or any other introductory text but is also a great stand-alone study.

Check it out...

jf

I just looked at his definition of an electric fiedl on p.3. He warbles on a lot about it all being very philosophical instead of giving us a concise definition. Then he gives us a bad definition. I'm not impressed. This is better:

"An electric field is a property of space. The electric field at a point is the force per unit charge which would be felt by a sufficiently small test charge at that point. "
http://www.people.vcu.edu/~rgowdy/mod/080/s.htm

Feynman's Lectures are also (of course) better, but you have to dig deep -- look up field and related terms in the index, put the reading & thinking cap on, and read & think hard.

 

[charng]

I can say that I completely agree with this assessment of "New students guide to Maxwell's Eqs" by Daniel Fleish. Maxwell's Equations are fundamental to the study of electromagnetism and can often be difficult for new students to grasp. However, Fleish's book provides clear and consistent explanations of these equations, making it a valuable resource for anyone studying classical electromagnetism.

In addition, the book also does an excellent job of explaining the mathematical concepts that are necessary for understanding Maxwell's Equations. This is crucial for students who may not have a strong background in mathematics, as it allows them to fully comprehend the equations and their implications.

I also appreciate the recommendation to use this book as a companion to other introductory texts, as it can provide a deeper understanding of the subject matter. However, it is also a great standalone resource for those looking to study Maxwell's Equations in depth.

Overall, I highly recommend "New students guide to Maxwell's Eqs" to anyone looking to learn about Maxwell's Equations. It is a valuable and comprehensive resource that will greatly aid in understanding this important concept in electromagnetism.