What is the best non-mathematical book on electromagnetism?

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The best non-mathematical book on electromagnetism recommended in the discussion is Max Born's "Einstein's Theory of Relativity." This book provides a largely descriptive approach to mechanics, optics, and electromagnetism (E&M) using only high-school algebra. It includes numerous diagrams and offers intuitive explanations of Maxwell's equations, making complex concepts accessible. Additionally, it covers tutorials on special and general relativity, enhancing the reader's understanding of these topics.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of high-school algebra
  • Familiarity with fundamental physics concepts
  • Knowledge of Maxwell's equations
  • Interest in relativity theory
NEXT STEPS
  • Read "Einstein's Theory of Relativity" by Max Born
  • Explore Feynman's Lectures on Physics for a different perspective
  • Study Maxwell's equations in detail
  • Investigate introductory resources on special and general relativity
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This discussion is beneficial for students, educators, and anyone interested in understanding electromagnetism and relativity without delving deeply into mathematics.

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what is the best book that you know that provides explanations of electromagnetism and its phenomena without too much hard maths please?
 
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I can only think of Feynman's Lectures on Physics.
 
I'm not sure that Feynman is "without too much math."

Try Nobel prize winner Max Born's "Einstein's Theory of Relativity", which presents a largely descriptive and rather non-mathematical description of mechanics, optics and E&M using nothing more than high-school algebra. There are many diagrams, and he manages to explain Maxwell's equations in an intuitive way. You'll also get descriptive tutorials on special (and a little bit of general) relativity.
 

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