Best Books on Classical Physics

We have compiled a list of the Best Reference Books on Classical Physics, which are used by students of top universities, and colleges. This will help you choose the right book depending on if you are a beginner or an expert. Here is the complete list of Classical Physics Books with their authors, publishers, and an unbiased review of them as well as links to the Amazon website to directly purchase them. If permissible, you can also download the free PDF books on Classical Physics below.

 
1."Classical Theory of Fields: Course of Theoretical Physics - Vol. 2" by Landau
“Classical Theory of Fields: Course of Theoretical Physics – Vol. 2” Book Review: This book is a great resource for students studying the classical theory of fields. It starts from the basics and gradually builds up the knowledge and understanding of the subject. It covers all the fundamental principles and methods of physics, ensuring that students have a strong foundation. The book is suitable for college-level students studying physics, chemistry, and engineering, as well as advanced placement (AP) physics students. It is also accessible to general readers who are interested in learning about the latest advancements in the field of science.

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2."Fundamental of Physics – Mechanics, Relativity, and Thermodynamics (The Open Yale Courses)" by R Shankar
“Fundamental of Physics – Mechanics, Relativity, and Thermodynamics (The Open Yale Courses)” Book Review: This book is designed to start from the very beginning and gradually build up the basics of physics. It covers all the fundamental principles and methods, ensuring that readers have a strong foundation in the subject. It is an ideal introduction for college-level students studying physics, chemistry, and engineering, as well as motivated AP Physics students. Additionally, it is accessible to general readers who are interested in learning about the latest advancements in science. The book also includes examples of chemical reactions, where all technical terms are explained and step-by-step mathematical derivations are provided from the first principle.

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3."Classical and Quantum Thermal Physics" by R Prasad
“Classical and Quantum Thermal Physics” Book Review: This book covers important topics in physics and engineering, such as kinetic theory, thermodynamics, and quantum thermodynamics. It starts by introducing the fundamental concepts of the kinetic theory of gases, including viscosity, conductivity, diffusion, and the laws of thermodynamics. The book then explores how thermodynamics can be applied to various problems in physics and engineering. It uses diagrams, like P-V and P-S-H diagrams, to explain these applications and provides numerous solved examples and exercises. Additionally, the book has a special chapter dedicated to applying thermodynamics to chemical reactions.

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4."1000 Solved Problems in Classical Physics: An Exercise Book" by Ahmad A Kamal
“1000 Solved Problems in Classical Physics: An Exercise Book” Book Review: This book is a comprehensive collection of solved problems in classical physics. The book is designed to help students enhance their problem-solving skills and gain a deeper understanding of key concepts in physics. It covers a wide range of topics including mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, optics, and waves. Each chapter focuses on a specific area of physics and provides clear explanations along with step-by-step solutions to the problems. This book is a valuable resource for students studying physics at the undergraduate level or preparing for exams and tests in classical physics.

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