Classical Dynamics of Particles and Systems

Written for physics students at the advanced undergraduate level, this textbook aims to present a "reasonably complete account" of classical mechanics of particles, systems of particles, and rigid bodies. The goals of the book are to present classical mechanics in such a way that it allows for an easy transition to quantum theory, acquaint students with new mathematical techniques, and to encourage facility in both the formalism of theory and the operational technique of problem solving. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
This best-selling classical mechanics text, written for the advanced undergraduate one- or two-semester course, provides a complete account of the classical mechanics of particles, systems of particles, and rigid bodies. Vector calculus is used extensively to explore topics.The Lagrangian formulation of mechanics is introduced early to show its powerful problem solving ability.. Modern notation and terminology are used throughout in support of the text's objective: to facilitate students' transition to advanced physics and the mathematical formalism needed for the quantum theory of physics. CLASSICAL DYNAMICS OF PARTICLES AND SYSTEMS can easily be used for a one- or two-semester course, depending on the instructor's choice of topics.