Classical Dynamics of Particles and Systems

Thornton, Stephen

ISBN 10: 0534408966 / ISBN 13: 9780534408961

Published by Cengage Learning, 2003

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Bibliographic Details

Title: Classical Dynamics of Particles and Systems

Publisher: Cengage Learning

Publication Date: 2003

Binding: hardcover

Condition: New

Edition: 5th Edition.

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Synopsis:

This classical mechanics text provides a complete account of the classical mechanics of particles, systems of particles, and rigid bodies. The authors make extensive use of vector calculus to explore topics. Coverage also includes the Lagrangian formulation of mechanics. Modern notation and terminology are used throughout in support of the text's objective: to facilitate the transition to the quantum theory of physics.

Review:

"Good discussion of classical subjects."

"An excellent balance of basic and advanced level classical mechanics, ideal for a junior level Physics courses."

"I like the order of topics: the early discussion of linear and non-linear oscillations and the early presentation of Lagrangian/Hamiltonian dynamics. I also like the problems at the end of the chapters."