An Introduction to Magnetohydrodynamics (Cambridge Texts in Applied Mathematics)
"The author cares greatly about the student. The language of this book is simple, vivid, yet fully scientific. It is a real pleasure to read. ...worth recommending, not only to students, but also to everyone who is interested in MHD, particularly to theoreticians who, as a rule, know almost nothing about metallurgical applications of MHD."   Applied Mechanics Review"A significant addition to the literature."   SIAM Review"put the material in historical perspective and also offer temporary light relief from some of the inevitable mathematical complexity...provides a particularly appealing introduction to MHD theory for those already well-versed in theroretical fluid mechanics." AIAA Journal"In a pleasing, colloquial style that is appropriately rigorous, as called for by the material, the author presents a remarkably comprehensive treatment of the basics...Davidson presents excellent scaling arguments to justify his equation and to give the reader deeper insight into the subject"   Physics Today 2002"The book is unique in bringing together a number of diverse MHD topics...the book makes for rewarding reading, and I recommend it to all students of MHD, no matter what their persuasion."   American Journal of Physics