An Introduction to Mathematical Physics (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Robert A. Houstoun

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331673576 ISBN 13: 9780331673579

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore how math describes the physical world—from gravity to heat to waves.

This edition surveys core ideas in mathematical physics, showing how simple laws lead to powerful insights across mechanics, electromagnetism, heat conduction, and wave phenomena. It ties together fundamental forces, energy, and the mathematics that connects them, helping you see the math behind real-world physics.

The work moves from basic principles, like Newton’s law of gravitation and the equivalence of forces in gravity, electricity, and magnetism, to practical tools for solving physical problems. It covers topics such as hydro dynamics, Fourier series, conduction of heat, wave motion, electromagnetic theory, and thermodynamics, including the concept of entropy and the second law. The text emphasizes problem-solving techniques and the connections between physical ideas and their mathematical expressions.

• Foundational concepts in gravity, electricity, magnetism, and their mathematical descriptions
• Techniques for analyzing heat conduction, wave motion, and fluid dynamics
• Fourier series, boundary conditions, and methods for solving partial differential equations
• Thermodynamics, entropy, and the second principle in a rigorous but approachable way

Ideal for readers of physics, engineering, or applied mathematics who want a clear bridge between theory and calculation.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331673576
• ISBN 13: 9780331673579
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 212