This is a used book. Although it is used, it is in excellent condition. No markings, or damage other than the typical shelf wear, which is minimal. Stated First Edition.
Forrest M. Mims III is an amateur scientist, magazine columnist, and author of the popular Getting Started in Electronics and Engineer's Mini-Notebook series of instructional books that was originally sold in Radio Shack electronics stores. Mims graduated from Texas A&M University in 1966 with a major in government and minors in English and history. He became a commissioned officer in the United States Air Force.
Although he has no formal academic training in science,Mims has had a successful career as a science author, researcher, lecturer and syndicated columnist.