Physics

The science classic made more accessible and more concise. Illustrated. Updated with new research. Stephen Hawking’s worldwide bestseller, A Brief History of Time, has been a landmark volume in scientific writing. Its author’s engaging voice is one reason, and the compelling subjects he addresse... More

Stephen Hawking’s first full length book since the worldwide bestseller A Brief History of Time, lavishly illustrated in full colour throughout. Stephen Hawking’s A Brief History of Time was a publishing phenomenon. Translated into thirty languages, it has sold over nine million copies worldwide... More

Was there a beginning of time? Could time run backwards? Is the universe infinite or does it have boundaries? There are just some of the questions considered in an internationally acclaimed masterpiece which begins by reviewing the great theories of the cosmos from Newton to Einstein, before delvin... More

The well-known astronomer presents an illustrated guide to the universe and to Earth's relationship to it, moving from theories of creation to humankind's discovery of the cosmos, to general relativity, to space missions, and beyond... More

Instant Notes in Physical Chemistry provides concise yet comprehensive coverage of physical chemistry at an undergraduate level, providing easy access to the core information in the field. The book covers all the important areas of physical chemistry in a format which is ideal for learning and rapid... More

This collection of the best short works of rule-breaking genius Richard Feynman shows his passion for knowledge and sense of fun at their most infectious. The revealing and inspiring pieces here span a lifetime of enthusiasm for discovering what makes the world tick - including uproarious tales of e... More

This updated and revised edition continues to provide a clear, precise and accessible coverage of fundamentals of electromagnetic theory through lucid exposition, logical organization, and sound pedagogical order. Standard topics are dealt with exclusively in the domain of classical mechanics, save ... More

This text is designed for the first course on thermodynamics offered to undergraduate students of mechanical engineering. The book presents the Macroscopic (Classical) and Microscopic (Statistical) thermodynamics including applications to power cycles, and aims to create an analytical mind in the r... More

Written according to the guidelines prescribed in the UGC curriculum. Incorporates latest developments in the subjects like Quasi-crystals, Quantum-wells, Super lattices, Quantum Hall effects and Superconductors. Emphasis has been laid on the physical concepts of the various topics covered. Solved ... More