Covers a 'middle ground' between the basic principles developed in a beginning thermodynamics textbook, and the very specialized applications that are a part of a research project. This book provides a review of thermodynamic principles and mathematical relationships.[...]
Outlines the development of the principles of thermodynamics, including the most modern applications along with those of importance in developing the science and those of historical interest. This book treats thermodynamics as one of the pre-eminent examples of an exact science.[...]