Physics - vol. 1 is considered to be a comprehensive book on physics, for college students. Presently in its fifth edition, the first volume deals with topics ranging from the basics of measurement, till particle physics and cosmology.in light of recent developments in the subject, the work has been updated accordingly. It has been reorganised, especially when it comes to the topics of thermodynamics and quantum mechanics. The end-of-chapter problems have also been completely renewed to inculcate modern views.the topics present in the first volume include gravitation, wave motion, the magnetic field, the electric field, and ac circuits. The book has often been appreciated for the clarity it offers in the treatment of the subject. Physics - vol. 1 is a book that is recommended for students who are preparing for the entrance exams, such as jee and aieee, due to its excellent language and well-written explanations for the fundamental topics.the book contains numerous examples and illustrations at the end of each concept, to help the reader understand the subject better. The fifth edition was published by wiley india pvt. Ltd in 2007, and it is available in paperback. Key features: this is the fifth edition of the acclaimed book written by resnick, halliday and krane.the book is especially useful for students attempting competitive examinations such as aieee and jeeexamples, questions and illustrations follow each topic in the book. - from Amzon