Hood J.L. The Art of Linear Electronics

2nd edition. — Newnes, 1998. — 352 p. — ISBN 978-0750637466.This practical handbook gives a complete working knowledge of the basics and technology of linear electronics - with application examples in such fields as audio, radio, instrumentation and television. It offers a grounding in the technology of electronics as applied to linear circuit applications and explains all the mechanisms described. Now regarded as a modern classic, this book has been updated to make it the leading practical source of information for those interested in linear electronics and its applications.Electronic component symbols and circuit drawing.
Passive components.
Active components based on thermionic emission.
Active components based on semiconductors.
Practical semiconductor components.
DC and low frequency amplifiers.
Feedback, negative and positive.
Frequency response modifying circuits and filters.
Audio amplifiers.
Low frequency oscillators and waveform generators.
Tuned circuits.
High frequency amplifiers.
High frequency oscillators.
Radio receiver circuitry.
Power supply systems.
Noise and hum.
Test and measurement equipment.
Appendix. Component manufacturing conventions.
Appendix. Circuit impedance and phase angle calculations.