The experimental and theoretical aspects of solid-state physics are treated with equal emphasis in this book, which is designed for undergraduate physics courses. In addition to the basic principles, particular attention is devoted to the subjects of superconductivity, magnetism and semiconductor physics. A feature of the book is the treatment of modern experimental techniques in a series of self-contained panels. There are relevant exercises for each chapter of the book.
From a review of the original edition:
"... An excellent mix of concepts, theoretical arguments, and discussion of modern experiments - all at an introductory level ... Full of illustrations, photographs, schematic diagrams of experimental techniques, and graphs of results..." - American Journal of Physics