Jan Szargut is a renowned Polish engineer and academic who has made significant contributions to the field of thermodynamics. With a strong background in mechanical engineering, Szargut has taught at various Polish universities and research institutions, sharing his expertise with generations of students. His experience and deep understanding of thermodynamics have enabled him to write a comprehensive and accessible textbook that has become a classic in the field.

This is a classic, fundamental textbook for students of mechanical engineering, power engineering, and environmental engineering at Polish technical universities (e.g., Politechnika Śląska, PW, AGH, PK).