Optics Books: Exploring Reflection, Diffraction & Rayleigh Scattering

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The discussion centers on the search for an optics book that effectively explains the interaction of light waves with surfaces, particularly in terms of reflection, X-ray diffraction, and phenomena like Rayleigh scattering. The user seeks a book that provides clear diagrams and fosters a deeper understanding of these concepts, aiming for those enlightening "Aha!" moments. While they find Hecht's book satisfactory, they are curious about the comparative quality of Jenkins and White's book or Pedrotti's work regarding explanations and illustrations. The conversation invites recommendations and insights on which of these texts might best meet their needs for clarity and visual representation in optics.
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I'm wanting to get another optics book. I'm interested in finding a book that gives insight into how light waves interact with surfaces such as in reflection and x-ray diffraction and things like that using sufficient diagrams of the wavefronts and particles and rayleigh scattering. I want to have that "Aha, I see!" moments about such phenomena. The book by Hecht is pretty okay, but I'm wondering if other optics books are as good or better with those explanations and diagrams. Is the book by Jenkins and White or by Pedrotti better in this regard or at least as good?
 
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