This classic presentation has never been superseded in its encyclopedic coverage of the subject, and its excellent exposition of fundamental theorems, equations, and detailed methods of solution. Topics include many aspects of the dynamics of liquids and gases and 3-dimensional problems on motion of solids through a liquid. 1932 edition.
A History and Philosophy of Fluid Mechanics by G. A. Tokaty This account of the evolution and coherence of fluid motion theory focuses on achievements by pioneering thinkers from Plato to Mach.
Statistical Fluid Mechanics, Volume I: Mechanics of Turbulence by A. S. Monin, A. M. Yaglom This definitive work on turbulence by a pair of eminent Russians is famed for its clarity and its thoroughness. The two-volume set functions equally well as text or reference. 1971 edition.
Flow-Induced Vibrations: An Engineering Guide by Eduard Naudascher, Donald Rockwell Graduate-level text synthesizes research and experience from disparate fields to form guidelines for dealing with vibration phenomena, particularly in terms of assessing sources of excitation in a flow system. 1994 edition.
Synthetic Fuels by Ronald F. Probstein, R. Edwin Hicks This unified presentation examines the methods and processes for converting coal, oil, shale, tar sands, and various forms of biomass into liquid, gaseous, and clean solid fuels. 1982 edition.
