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Classical Field Theory
Author:Davison E. Soper
Retail Price:$14.95
Availability:In Stock
Format:Book
Pages:272
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Dimensions:6 1/8 x 9 1/4
ISBN:0486462609
EAN:978-0-486-46260-8
This text concerns continuum mechanics, electrodynamics and the mechanics of electrically polarized media, and gravity. Its accessible approach formulates theories according to the principle of least action, a concise method that makes the physical content of classical subjects intelligible to advanced undergraduates and graduate students. 1976 edition.
Slightly corrected reprint of the John Wiley & Sons, New York 1976 edition.

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