# Introduction to Solid State Physics (8th Edition — 1st Printing)
**By Charles Kittel**
**Publisher:** John Wiley & Sons | **Format:** Hardcover
**ISBN-13:** 978-0-471-41526-8 | **ISBN-10:** 0-471-41526-X
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### **Item Overview**
Up for sale is a **1st Printing copy of the 8th Edition** of *Introduction to Solid State Physics* by Charles Kittel (confirmed by the full `10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1` number line on the copyright page).
An essential upper-level university textbook for physics and materials science students covering crystal structures, phonons, energy bands, and semiconductor physics.
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### **Condition Details**
* **Edition & Printing:** 8th Edition, 1st Printing (2005 Copyright).
* **Binding & Spine:** Hardcover binding is strong and structurally sound.
* **Cover:** Shows light surface scuffs/scratches and minor corner/edge shelf wear consistent with standard student use.
* **Pages:** Clean, readable pages throughout. Front endpapers feature the full periodic table with outer electron configurations intact.
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### **Shipping & Handling**
* Ships fast via **USPS Media Mail** with full tracking provided.
* Packaged securely with protective wrap in a sturdy mailer/box to prevent edge or spine damage during transit.