**Elasticity** *Stability and Oscillations of Elastic Systems* by Y. Panovko and I. I. Cubanova, translated by Charles V. Larrick, is a comprehensive treatise on the stability and oscillations of elastic systems. The book is intended for mature readers with a background in applied mechanics, offering insights into unusual and unexpected aspects of the field, complemented by historical notes. **Thermodynamics** *Principles of General Thermodynamics* by G. N. Hatsopoulos and J. H. Keenan is a two-part treatise that serves as both a research report and a textbook. Part I introduces thermodynamics to beginners with novel definitions and statements of laws, while Part II redevelops the laws based on the "law of stable equilibrium" and the Gibbs "principle of generalized inertia." The book covers applications to various systems and includes seven appendices with data tables, applications, quantum mechanics, and problem solutions. The axiomatic approach treats thermodynamics as a branch of geometry, raising questions about its effectiveness in training future engineers. **Friction and Wear** *Friction and Wear of Materials* by E. Rabinowicz provides a detailed exploration of wear, a topic often overlooked in other works. The book is written in a simple style and introduces the concept of specific surface energy (W). While some ideas are not universally accepted, the book offers interesting and useful observations on surface behavior, despite some inconsistencies in the presentation. **Beams and Frames** *Plastic Analysis and Design: Vol. 1, Beams and Frames* by C. E. Massonet and M. A. Save is a practical guide aimed at engineers. The authors have streamlined mathematical developments and avoided unfamiliar notation, focusing on practical questions. The book is praised for its lucid presentation and practical approach, making it a valuable resource for engineers interested in solving real-world problems.**Elasticity** *Stability and Oscillations of Elastic Systems* by Y. Panovko and I. I. Cubanova, translated by Charles V. Larrick, is a comprehensive treatise on the stability and oscillations of elastic systems. The book is intended for mature readers with a background in applied mechanics, offering insights into unusual and unexpected aspects of the field, complemented by historical notes. **Thermodynamics** *Principles of General Thermodynamics* by G. N. Hatsopoulos and J. H. Keenan is a two-part treatise that serves as both a research report and a textbook. Part I introduces thermodynamics to beginners with novel definitions and statements of laws, while Part II redevelops the laws based on the "law of stable equilibrium" and the Gibbs "principle of generalized inertia." The book covers applications to various systems and includes seven appendices with data tables, applications, quantum mechanics, and problem solutions. The axiomatic approach treats thermodynamics as a branch of geometry, raising questions about its effectiveness in training future engineers. **Friction and Wear** *Friction and Wear of Materials* by E. Rabinowicz provides a detailed exploration of wear, a topic often overlooked in other works. The book is written in a simple style and introduces the concept of specific surface energy (W). While some ideas are not universally accepted, the book offers interesting and useful observations on surface behavior, despite some inconsistencies in the presentation. **Beams and Frames** *Plastic Analysis and Design: Vol. 1, Beams and Frames* by C. E. Massonet and M. A. Save is a practical guide aimed at engineers. The authors have streamlined mathematical developments and avoided unfamiliar notation, focusing on practical questions. The book is praised for its lucid presentation and practical approach, making it a valuable resource for engineers interested in solving real-world problems.