Physics From First Principal

Master Calculus-Based Mechanics, Thermodynamics, and Relativity: A Complete Self-Study Guide for College Students and Independent Learners

By: Dominic Hale Brenton

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Stop memorizing physics formulas. Start understanding where they come from.

Physics from First Principles is a calculus-based self-study guide that presents introductory physics as one connected chain of reasoning—from measurement and vectors to mechanics, thermodynamics, and special relativity.

Instead of treating equations as rules to accept, this book derives them from observations, definitions, and fundamental laws. You will learn what each equation means physically, which assumptions make it valid, and how to test your results using dimensional analysis, units, limiting cases, and plain-language interpretation.

Inside, you will find:

• Clear derivations of essential physics relationships
• Worked examples following a consistent eight-step problem-solving method
• Coverage of kinematics, Newton’s laws, energy, momentum, rotation, oscillations, waves, fluids, heat, thermodynamics, and relativity
• Chapter learning objectives, summaries, common pitfalls, and practice problems
• A structured 12-week study plan for independent learners

Whether you are preparing for a calculus-based college physics course, rebuilding your foundations, or studying independently, this guide will help you move beyond formula memorization and develop the connected understanding needed to solve unfamiliar problems with confidence.