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Ferdinand Pierre Beer (1915–2003) was a French mechanical engineer and university professor. He spent most of his career as a member of the faculty at Lehigh University, where he served as the chairman of the mechanics and mechanical engineering departments. His most significant contribution was the co-authorship of several textbooks in the field of mechanics, which have been widely cited and utilized in engineering education.
A very detailed book for a new learner. This book combined with a good teacher is the perfect combination for the curious mind to be filled with knowledge, but alone it only confuses the reader by its many details.