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Liquid crystals are a phase of matter critical both in various scientific developments in biology, chemistry, and physics and in applications such as computer displays, electronic books, and thermometers. This book builds on basic scientific concepts from biology, chemistry, and physics to explore the range of the field of liquid crystal science.

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Peter Collings ... has done an admirable job of producing a readable, technically sound, and enjoyable book... The author's style is engaging, readable, and frequently entertaining. The organization of topics is excellent. American Journal of Physics A wonderful and readable book about an intriguing subject written in a lively, clear, and enthusiastic manner... Collings provides an ideal introduction by using clear and simple illustrations and a minimum of mathematical innovations. Choice This new edition is one of the best introductory resources on this class of unique molecules... Highly recommended for its engaging style and interesting subject matter. Choice The first edition of this text was very well received, and provided the first basic introduction to liquid crystals for newcomers to the field and students... This edition will find similar popularity. -- Andrew Cammidge Chemistry & Industry

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Peter J. Collings is the Morris L. Clothier Professor of Physics and Chair of the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Swarthmore College. He has conducted experimental research on liquid crystals for more than twenty-five years. He is the coauthor of introduction to Liquid Crystals: Chemistry and Physics and the coeditor of Handbook of Liquid Crystal Research.

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