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This is a book that regardless of where you are on your learning path, or where you intend to go, if you are dealing with electronics in any capacity you need this book on your shelf. It doesn't matter if you are designing circuits, lighting a scale model, building custom PCs, a HAM, or figuring out an electrical glitch in your car, this is a wonderful reference to have on hand. Even if you're a student just starting out, this is still a book you want to get sooner or later, preferably sooner to act as a supplement to your studies.
The book covers a tremendous amount of ground and gives a great overview from the basics through micrcontrollers. Likewise, this book does cover the laws and theorems of basic theory along with the math involved. In fact the first 1/4 of this book is spent just covering theory. From there it goes into the various components and how they work, circuit design, all sorts of references on how components are labeled, and more.
So what exactly is this book then? It's somewhere between a glossary of electrical components and an encyclopedia. At least that's how I would describe it. The explanations are clear, concise, and I find the book overall easy to follow. Unfortunately there is nothing in the way of labs, quizzes, hands-on work, worksheets, etc. In other words, no way to interact with the material. It does offer good (if dated) advice on how to set up a lab, how to interpret readings on test equipment, where to go for supplies, and more along those lines.
That's why I HIGHLY recommend this book as a supplement to either as an existing course or program, or as a reference to a hobbyist that is already active in the field. Can someone learn electronics with this book? It depends. As a primary source, I suppose it might be possible, but because it doesn't have the lab work or hands on element, I would say NOT recommended. As a secondary source, reference, or supplement to another program, absolutely.
My only real complaint is that this is ready for a 5th Edition. Considering that the authors were doing a revised edition about every seven years or so previously, if anything it's overdue. This was originally written back in 2016 (it's now 2025 as I write this), and there have been advances in technology since then. For example there is no mention of the Raspberry Pi which is also used as a microcontroller and is relevant to robotics and whatnot. Also a few of the sources mentioned are no longer available. However be that as it may, it really doesn't detract from the value of what this book has to offer.
Verdict: HIGHLY recommended!
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Customers find this electronics book excellent for beginners, praising its comprehensive content with detailed explanations and diagrams. They appreciate its readability, with legible drawings and easy-to-grasp theory, and consider it a must-have for hobbyists. The book serves as a wonderful reference material, and customers find it well worth the price. The theory section receives mixed feedback, with some customers finding it just right while others say there's too much theory.
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170 customers mention content, 159 positive, 11 negative
Great book, but oh so many typos; once these are fixed it will be an even better text. Would be easier to hold if it were a smaller format.Read more
Good book. In depth and covers all aspects. If you're interested in electronics, buy this book. It is well put together and very informative.Read more
I have not done much reading but from what I can see it’s an excellent book, definitely for those who want to learn more about electronics, my only...Read more
I've only had time to look at a few bits and pieces, but so far... excellent. I'm an EE that has mostly drifted into the software world....Read more
140 customers mention comprehensive, 134 positive, 6 negative
Great book on basic electricity and electronics - very informative and excellent introductory source into the field of electronics - both...Read more
This book is very comprehensive and has a lot of practical advice. It is excellent for anyone seeking a deep understanding of electronics.Read more
Rather informative and complete. Much better than (in)famous one by Hill & Horowitz.Read more
This is a very comprehensive book that is well written. It keeps growing bigger and bigger with each edition (it is approaching a book stop)....Read more
88 customers mention informative, 84 positive, 4 negative
...Its content is thorough and useful as well as very accessible....Read more
This book is a very useful and 'heavy(>2kg)' electronics encyclopedia for a beginner like me, .Read more
This thing is like a bible for electrical engineering!...Read more
Perfect for any electrical engineer/physics major!Read more
56 customers mention reference, 55 positive, 1 negative
...Good semiconductor theory also. Not heavy reading, but a good reference....Read more
...In other words it's a valuable tutorial and reference. The fonts are easy to read....Read more
...The book content appears to be a great resource and a good value despite the damage.Read more
...Heavy on the math side, very good reference book.Read more
46 customers mention readability, 37 positive, 9 negative
...I appreciate the fact that this book is easy to understand and follow for non-electrical engineers, as I am a mechanical engineer.Read more
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...noted the authors have made a very concientious effort to try to be clear and practical....Read more
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40 customers mention value for money, 39 positive, 1 negative
...rest of my review, I'll summarize by saying that this book is well worth the price....Read more
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...but I consider this is a great buy for the quality of material and price! 4.00/4.5 of 5.00 stars thus far.Read more
Great book, worth every penny. Covers theory pretty well while maintaining focus on practicality. Will be my go-to reference for years to come!Read more
32 customers mention detailed, 29 positive, 3 negative
Detailed, concise information about electronic theory, circuits, and components....Read more
...At least that's how I would describe it. The explanations are clear, concise, and I find the book overall easy to follow....Read more
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...Lots of theory and some in depth description to widely used analog and digital components....Read more
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Incredible information in one book!
Ever since I received this, I have read a section every day. Very well detailed book, and every electronics person should have a copy close to them. Incredible work on the graphics included with each section.
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- D. J. SnellingReviewed in the United Kingdom on March 2, 2026
Some prior mathematical knowledge is necessary.
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase - Cliente KindleReviewed in Brazil on December 14, 2025
Eletrônica na prática
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase - DiegoReviewed in Italy on November 1, 2020
Molto utile e ampio, soprattutto considerando il prezzo
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase Il libro è un consistente volume di circa 1000 pagine che propone vari argomenti di elettronica con un orientamento principalmente verso il lato pratico e applicativo, nonostante siano presenti spiegazioni teoriche (principalmente nel capitolo 2 ma anche in altri punti) per giustificare quanto spiegato.DiegoMolto utile e ampio, soprattutto considerando il prezzo
Reviewed in Italy on November 1, 2020
La quarta edizione è aggiornata al 2016.
Il libro spazia numerosi argomenti, a partire dalle basi teoriche (leggi di Ohm, teoremi di Thevenin e Norton, componenti basilari quali condensatori e induttori), fino ad arrivare a logiche programmabili, microcontrollori ed elettronica digitale in genere, passando prima per componenti generali, amplificatori, filtri, alimentatori etc.
Sono presenti numerosi esempi, alcuni esercizi (risolti o proposti, con soluzione) dopo ogni paragrafo e varie tabelle utili da riprendere in mano (come valori comuni di componenti, forme d'onda e così via).
Il libro è ovviamente in inglese tuttavia la scrittura è piuttosto scorrevole, quindi per chi ha conoscenze anche non avanzate di inglese ma comunque conosce un po' il gergo tecnico, non è di difficile comprensione.
Unica cosa che mi ha dato un po' fastidio è l'uso di unità di misura consuetudinarie (piedi, pollici etc) in luogo delle unità del Sistema Internazionale, ma pazienza...
Il libro ha una buona qualità di stampa in bianco e nero e ha una copertina flessibile, che si rovina facilmente, per cui consiglio di mettergli subito una copertina. Tuttavia questa costruzione probabilmente consente di tenerne il prezzo basso, perché 32-33 euro per un volume del genere da 1000 pagine sono davvero pochi.
Volendo fare un'accoppiata, consiglio anche il The Art of Electronics di Horowitz e Hill.
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- TomReviewed in France on November 20, 2021
Excellent livre - très complet
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase - KkReviewed in India on December 9, 2018
It has everything you need for electronics.
Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase If you are new in electronics world, It has everything you need to know for electronics. Suffice to say if you want to learn electronics from basics, this is very good option. Posting some photos of index for relevant one.KkIt has everything you need for electronics.
Reviewed in India on December 9, 2018
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