The book "Heat and Mass Transfer" by E. R. G. Eckert and Robert M. Drake, Jr. is recommended for both a first course in heat transfer and for engineers seeking to learn or review the subject. It is well-structured, clear, and comprehensive, making it accessible to beginners. The second edition, significantly expanded, is considered practically a new book but retains the familiar structure of the first edition. The text is divided into five parts, each covering different aspects of heat and mass transfer. Part A covers conduction, Part B focuses on convection, Part C on radiation, Part D on psychrometrics and convective mass transfer, and Part E on heat exchangers. The book includes examples, problems, and references, with an appendix of property values. While the book has some shortcomings, such as minor redundancies and unclear terminology, its strengths outweigh these. The authors have succeeded in explaining physical processes with minimal mathematics. The book is well-suited for mechanical and aeronautical engineers, though it lacks detailed discussion on experimental techniques. Despite this, the book is praised for its clarity and depth, and is expected to remain important for many years due to its comprehensive coverage and clear explanations.The book "Heat and Mass Transfer" by E. R. G. Eckert and Robert M. Drake, Jr. is recommended for both a first course in heat transfer and for engineers seeking to learn or review the subject. It is well-structured, clear, and comprehensive, making it accessible to beginners. The second edition, significantly expanded, is considered practically a new book but retains the familiar structure of the first edition. The text is divided into five parts, each covering different aspects of heat and mass transfer. Part A covers conduction, Part B focuses on convection, Part C on radiation, Part D on psychrometrics and convective mass transfer, and Part E on heat exchangers. The book includes examples, problems, and references, with an appendix of property values. While the book has some shortcomings, such as minor redundancies and unclear terminology, its strengths outweigh these. The authors have succeeded in explaining physical processes with minimal mathematics. The book is well-suited for mechanical and aeronautical engineers, though it lacks detailed discussion on experimental techniques. Despite this, the book is praised for its clarity and depth, and is expected to remain important for many years due to its comprehensive coverage and clear explanations.