Introduction to Superconductivity - (Dover Books on Physics) 2nd Edition by Michael Tinkham (Paperback)

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in superconductivity! It provides a comprehensive overview of the subject, covering both fundamental principles and practical applications.

The author's approach emphasizes physical arguments and minimizes theoretical formalism, making it accessible to graduate students and experimental physicists alike.

The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Bardeen-Cooper-Schrieffer and Ginzburg-Landau theories, magnetic properties of classic type II superconductors, the Josephson effect, fluctuation effects in classic superconductors, high-temperature superconductors, and nonequilibrium superconductivity.

The author also provides a detailed discussion of the applications of the Josephson effect, including the popular RF-biased SQUID magnetometer.

With its thorough coverage of both fundamental principles and practical applications, this book is an essential resource for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of superconductivity.