The Physics of Liquid Crystals (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)

This paperback reprint of the new edition of the classic text by the 1991 Nobel Laureate in Physics includes all the major advances that have taken place since its initial publication in 1974. The original edition has been considerably expanded and updated to include several new chapters. These chapters describe the recent discoveries in the main types and properties of liquid crystals and advances in the understanding of local order and the nature of the isotropic to nematic transition. Throughout this work there is an emphasis on order of magnitude considerations. Its topicality and breadth of coverage will ensure that The Physics of Liquid Crystals remains an indispensable guide for students and researchers alike.