This is an exceptional textbook for statics and dynamics. I regret not purchasing it when I was taking the course, because it is vastly superior to the recommended textbook we used. Unlike the required book, it is concise and succinct.<br><br>The problem sets are one of the best features of this book. They're challenging. Each problem is given 1 to 3 stars to denote the difficulty level, and the three star problems definitely are difficult. However, there are well written solutions to a large number of the problems included, which is a nice touch. I would highly recommend getting this textbook as a supplement when taking this class, even it if it is only for the extra problems.<br><br>This book also has a sense of humor. There are limericks throughout the book, as well as conversational asides that provide clarifications and helpful hints. For example, the section explaining linearity and the superposition principle includes:<br><br>"For equations with one main condition<br>(Those linear), you have permission<br>To take your solutions,<br>With firm resolutions,<br>And add them in superposition."