In the real world‎,‎ most signals are analog‎,‎ spanning continuously varying values‎.‎ Circuits that interface with the physical environment need to be able to process these signals‎.‎ Principles of Analog Electronics introduces the fascinating world of analog electronics‎,‎ where fields‎,‎ circuits‎,‎ signals and systems‎,‎ and semiconductors meet‎.‎ Drawing on the author‎'‎s teaching experience‎,‎ this richly illustrated‎,‎ full‎-color textbook expertly blends theory with practical examples to give a clear understanding of how real electronic circuits work‎.‎ Build from the Essentials of Math‎,‎ Physics‎,‎ and Chemistry to Electronic Components‎,‎ Circuits‎,‎ and Applications Building a solid foundation‎,‎ the book first explains the mathematics‎,‎ physics‎,‎ and chemistry that are essential for grasping the principles behind the operation of electronic devices‎.‎ It then examines the theory of circuits through models and important theorems‎.‎ The book describes and analyzes passive and active electronic devices‎,‎ focusing on fundamental filters and common silicon‎-based components‎,‎ including diodes‎,‎ bipolar junction transistors‎,‎ and metal‎-oxide‎-semiconductor field‎-effect transistors ‎(‎MOSFETs‎)‎‎.‎ It also shows how semiconductor devices are used to design electronic circuits such as rectifiers‎,‎ power suppliers‎,‎ clamper and clipper circuits‎,‎ and amplifiers‎.‎ A chapter explores actual applications‎,‎ from audio amplifiers and FM radios to battery chargers‎.‎ Delve Deeper into Analog Electronics through Curiosities‎,‎ Key Personalities‎,‎ and Practical Examples Each chapter includes helpful summaries with key points‎,‎ jargon‎,‎ and terms‎,‎ as well as exercises to test your knowledge‎.‎ Practical tables illustrate the coding schemes to help identify commercial passive and active components‎.‎ Throughout‎,‎ sidebars highlight "curiosities‎,‎" interesting observations‎,‎ and examples that make the subject more concrete‎.‎ This textbook offers a truly comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of analog electronics‎,‎ including essential background concepts‎.‎ Taking a fresh approach‎,‎ it connects electronics to its importance in daily life‎,‎ from music to medicine and more‎.‎