Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering

“Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering: A Comprehensive Guide 3rd Edition” is an excellent book as a reference for mathematical concepts that are commonly employed within the sciences and engineering. K. F. Riley, M. P. Hobson and S. J. Bence are the authors of this impressive book. This is one of the best mathematical methods books. It has very clear explanations, in each topic it’s developing from basic intuitions until it reaches the generalized equations, several detailed examples help a reader checks his understanding and follows the authors. The contents are very well-organized and self-contained, one can looks directly at the topic he wants to know. It’s lucid and normally answers and teaches a reader what he wants to do. All definitions make sense and a reader can accept easily it’s a smart thing to do the math that way. It also serves as a one-stop, if you feel confused when you’re reading because your background knowledge is not strong enough, just search for the previous related topics, all brilliant explanations are waiting for you to grasp them, make you ready for what you need. Any undergrads and beginning grad students in Physics will find this book is great. This is an excellent example of how to write an approachable math methods book. One more great point is, this book contains a lot of real physical examples besides the math formulations, make a reader understands the topic deeply and sees a practical use. Finally, if you are looking for an in-depth analysis of these subjects after a course in mathematical methods and comfort in the mathematics of physics undergraduate, then this book is a comprehensive and good reference book for you.