Physics' Assimilation and Purpose. Fundamentals and uses of measurement, theory, and observation. - Philip Henderson

So you are wanting to replace awe of introductory physics with deep holistic assimilation? Likely via some handy authoritative reference on fundamental research, best developmental practice, and contemporary applications such as in opto-electronics, communication, diagnostic medicine, and space.

On such matters, and more, Physics' Assimilation and Purpose provides uniquely exemplified, margin-noted, and question-tested guidance, whose:

Handling of data. Mathematical description of motion. Cause of motion - force, momentum, and energy. Propagation of energy via thermodynamics, flows, and waves. Gravitational, electric, magnetic, weak, and strong interactions between physical entities. Unification of the physical interactions. Electronics. Photonics. Space. Time.

Medical imaging via ultrasound and magnetic resonance. Semiconductors. Communication. Medical imaging via endoscopes, X-rays, and gamma rays. Astronomy. Cosmology.

Logical development following Newton, Maxwell, Einstein, and Feynman. Introduction to equilibrium, relativity, atoms, and quanta. Tantalising overtures to analogy, paradox, duality, and philosophy. Hooks to wonders like physicality of time, and theory of everything. Connections to chemistry and biology. Revealing of probable future trends. ​Extensive primary and secondary referencing.