Thermodynamics Textbook (English)

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the search for a suitable English-language thermodynamics textbook for an undergraduate physics course. Participants explore the availability of a specific Romanian book and consider alternatives.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the availability of the book "FIZICA FENOMENELOR TERMICE" by C.N. PLĂVIŢU in English or Hebrew.
  • Another participant suggests looking for resources under "Thermal Physics" and mentions the names Reif and Kittel, implying they may not meet the department's needs.
  • A participant expresses a desire for the specific translation and indicates that the responsibility for finding a suitable book ultimately lies with the professor, unless the assigned book is inadequate.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the availability of the Romanian book in English or Hebrew, and there are differing opinions on the adequacy of other suggested textbooks.

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Hi, the physics department at my (undergrad) college is looking around for a good Thermodynamics book for next semester.

So far, the best thing they found (and it sounds really good) is in Romanian. So... does anybody know if
FIZICA FENOMENELOR TERMICE by C.N. PLĂVIŢU
is available in English? (Come to think of it, if the book is available in Hebrew, that m i g h t help, too.)

Thanks!
 
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He might want to look under "Thermal Physics" as well.

I assume Reif and Kittel have been examined and found wanting. (Sorry, I'm not really being helpful, either.)
 
I was just hoping for that one translation. Anything other than that is professor's problem, anyway, right? That is, unless the book assigned is really lousy, in which case it is majorly my problem... :rolleyes:
Thanks, guys! :smile:
 

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