What book/s explain geometrical optics & wave optics in detail?

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The discussion revolves around recommendations for books that explain geometrical optics and wave optics in detail, focusing on suitable texts for undergraduate study and advanced understanding.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests that 'Hecht' is a good resource at the undergraduate level.
  • Another participant recommends the book by Klein and Furtak.
  • A link to 'Principles of Optics' by Born and Wolf is shared, noted as a great advanced text.
  • It is mentioned that the Pedrotti series is also suitable for undergraduates, with a note that it may now be authored by multiple Pedrottis.
  • One participant adds that two of the Pedrotti authors share the name Leno Pedrotti, which may cause confusion.

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Participants present multiple recommendations without a clear consensus on a single best text, indicating a variety of opinions on suitable resources for different levels of study.

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There is no discussion of specific content or methodologies within the recommended texts, and the recommendations are based on personal experiences rather than a systematic comparison.

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which explains geometrical optics & wave optics in detail.
 
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Also recommend Klein and Furtak.
 
And to make things more complicated, two of the Pedrotti's go by the name of Leno Pedrotti.
 

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