“Mathematical Physics” by Erik Westwig is a comprehensive textbook for undergraduate students in mathematics and physics, covering a wide range of topics in mathematical physics. It emphasizes the use of mathematical tools that are commonly used in solving real-world problems by scientists and engineers.
The book begins with an introduction to vector and tensor algebra, followed by curvilinear coordinates, complex variables, Fourier series and transforms, differential equations, and Laplace’s equation. It then moves on to cover topics such as the Dirac delta function, multivalued functions, contravariant and covariant tensors, group theory, and the calculus of variations.
This second edition of “Mathematical Physics” includes a new appendix on variational calculus, making it even more valuable for students who are interested in studying mathematical physics and engineering. The author, Erik Westwig, has a strong background in both mathematics and physics and has written this book with great care and attention to detail.
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