SOS : Textbook for Thermodynamics & complex analysis

[arielle]

Hi all,

I would like some recommendations for thermodynamics. It's my first course in thermo. I'm currently using : Classical and Statistical Thermodynamics by Ashley Carter.

I like the book, however it lacks examples! I am someone who learns by example...so this book isn't doing me much good.

Also, I'm doing Complex Analysis. Also my first course dealing with complex numbers. I really need a book that keeps beginners in mind with heaps of examples and lots of details.

I'm using : Fundamentals of Complex Analysis with Applications to Engineering, Science, and Mathematics by Snaff/Snider

This book also lacks examples, and I strongly feel that it's talking to itself...

Thanks! :)

 

[naele]

For thermo, the three best books that I can recommend are Thermal Physics - Schroeder, Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics - Greiner, Concepts in Thermal Physics - Blundell.

For complex analysis, I like Wunsch. Also Brown and Churchill isn't bad. Wunsch has better science applications and lots and lots of examples. An outstanding book for a first go at it.

 

[arielle]

thanks! I'll look them up!