"Plasma Physics via Computer Simulation" by C. K. Birdsall and A. B. Langdon is a comprehensive textbook that introduces the fundamentals and advanced techniques of plasma simulation using computer models. The book is structured into three main parts: a primer on elementary simulation methods, a theoretical analysis of numerical challenges, and practical applications in two and three dimensions. The first part provides an introduction to one-dimensional electrostatic (ES1) and electromagnetic (EM1) simulation codes, along with projects and diagnostics to help readers gain hands-on experience. The second part delves into the theoretical underpinnings of plasma simulations, covering the effects of spatial grids and finite time steps on plasma behavior, as well as energy-conserving algorithms and kinetic theory. The third part explores more complex simulations, including two- and three-dimensional models, and discusses applications in plasma physics, such as wave-particle interactions and instabilities. The book also includes appendices with detailed subroutines, digital filtering techniques, and finite difference solutions. Designed for both beginners and advanced researchers, the text emphasizes the importance of practical experience in understanding plasma dynamics and provides a valuable reference for those working in plasma physics, fusion research, and related fields. The authors highlight the evolution of particle simulation from an art to a scientific discipline, and stress the role of computer simulations in advancing plasma theory and experimental design."Plasma Physics via Computer Simulation" by C. K. Birdsall and A. B. Langdon is a comprehensive textbook that introduces the fundamentals and advanced techniques of plasma simulation using computer models. The book is structured into three main parts: a primer on elementary simulation methods, a theoretical analysis of numerical challenges, and practical applications in two and three dimensions. The first part provides an introduction to one-dimensional electrostatic (ES1) and electromagnetic (EM1) simulation codes, along with projects and diagnostics to help readers gain hands-on experience. The second part delves into the theoretical underpinnings of plasma simulations, covering the effects of spatial grids and finite time steps on plasma behavior, as well as energy-conserving algorithms and kinetic theory. The third part explores more complex simulations, including two- and three-dimensional models, and discusses applications in plasma physics, such as wave-particle interactions and instabilities. The book also includes appendices with detailed subroutines, digital filtering techniques, and finite difference solutions. Designed for both beginners and advanced researchers, the text emphasizes the importance of practical experience in understanding plasma dynamics and provides a valuable reference for those working in plasma physics, fusion research, and related fields. The authors highlight the evolution of particle simulation from an art to a scientific discipline, and stress the role of computer simulations in advancing plasma theory and experimental design.