--- product_id: 4696445 title: "- Basic Electricity" price: "Bs.666" currency: BOB in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.bo/products/4696445-basic-electricity store_origin: BO region: Bolivia --- # Comprehensive DC & AC coverage Dozens of detailed diagrams Classic, time-tested manual - Basic Electricity **Price:** Bs.666 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Unlock the power behind the circuits that run your world! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** - Basic Electricity - **How much does it cost?** Bs.666 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.bo](https://www.desertcart.bo/products/4696445-basic-electricity) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Trusted Legacy:** Originally crafted for U.S. naval electrical training—proven reliability - • **Enduring Reference:** A practical manual you'll return to again and again throughout your career - • **Visual Learning Boost:** Generously illustrated with precise black & white diagrams for easy concept grasp - • **Advanced Yet Accessible:** Covers magnetism, motors, generators, and essential calculus-based concepts - • **Master the Fundamentals:** Clear, no-fluff explanations perfect for DIYers and aspiring pros alike ## Overview Basic Electricity is a well-regarded, practical manual originally designed for U.S. naval electrical training. It offers clear, concise coverage of direct and alternating current principles, magnetism, motors, and generators, supported by detailed diagrams. Ideal for serious learners and professionals seeking a reliable, no-nonsense reference that bridges foundational theory with real-world application. ## Description Whether you’re a weekend DIY’er or an aspiring or licensed electrician, Basic Electricity covers all the concepts behind how electricity works. It’s clear and to the point, and works well as either a great learning tool or refresher. Prepared for electrical training courses for U.S. naval personnel, this is a classic practical manual that takes you step-by-step with thorough explanations. Generously illustrated with dozens of detailed figures. Covers direct-current and alternating-current devices and circuits, as well as magnetism and motors and generators. A reliable reference you’ll use time and again. Review: Actual stuff, no fluff! - This book is PRECISELY what I was looking for. I am aspiring to get a bachelors in Computer Engineering, which is sometimes explained as a bridge between Computer Science and Electrical Engineering. I am taking this Engineering thing EXTREMELY seriously, so I am learning as much on my own before I start school for my Engineering pre-requisites. I've seen one too many books, where there is too much fluff, and not enough stuff. You'll read about useless anecdotes or jokes, and only get about 30% information. EVERYTHING in this book is actual information and does not suffer from that problem. I LOVE the black and white diagrams throughout the book as they illustrate whatever concept is being presented in a simple and precise manner. The ONLY thing I hate though, is that the accompanying text explaining what is going on in the diagram is almost always located on another page necessitating constant page turning, back and forth. Nothing deal breaking, still a great book, but it is an annoyance. And..that's pretty much the only negative about this book. Something about the teaching materials from back then were just more direct and useful. I don't know what's happened in present day, but if I can ever get a book on a subject from this era compared to present, I'm always going to go for the older one. No worries about this book being 'outdated'. Electrical principles have not changed, and all the theories presented here are still valid. Only thing I will mention is that you need all the math up to Calculus to be able to fully utilize this book. Trigonometry and vectors becomes necessary when you get past DC and move onto AC. This may be why some have complained about not understanding the book, and about the book not being basic. I would like counter with the fact that Electrical Engineering is one of the most rigorous engineering disciplines, and for a book to introduce all the important concepts of electricity that it does, there is NO way you can do so without involving some math unless the book is filled with the aforementioned useless jokes and anecodotes. This book is certainly 'basic' when we compare it to a university level textbook used in electrical engineering colleges. Anyways, if you can't tell already, I think this book is awesome. Get it and understand the 'magic' that drives the modern world! Review: Basic electricity - My nephew loves it it helps him at work ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #18,104 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2 in Physics of Electricity #6 in Electrical Home Improvement (Books) #11 in Electrical & Electronics (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 587 Reviews | ## Images ![- Basic Electricity - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71k4sRrh23L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Actual stuff, no fluff! *by C***S on November 26, 2016* This book is PRECISELY what I was looking for. I am aspiring to get a bachelors in Computer Engineering, which is sometimes explained as a bridge between Computer Science and Electrical Engineering. I am taking this Engineering thing EXTREMELY seriously, so I am learning as much on my own before I start school for my Engineering pre-requisites. I've seen one too many books, where there is too much fluff, and not enough stuff. You'll read about useless anecdotes or jokes, and only get about 30% information. EVERYTHING in this book is actual information and does not suffer from that problem. I LOVE the black and white diagrams throughout the book as they illustrate whatever concept is being presented in a simple and precise manner. The ONLY thing I hate though, is that the accompanying text explaining what is going on in the diagram is almost always located on another page necessitating constant page turning, back and forth. Nothing deal breaking, still a great book, but it is an annoyance. And..that's pretty much the only negative about this book. Something about the teaching materials from back then were just more direct and useful. I don't know what's happened in present day, but if I can ever get a book on a subject from this era compared to present, I'm always going to go for the older one. No worries about this book being 'outdated'. Electrical principles have not changed, and all the theories presented here are still valid. Only thing I will mention is that you need all the math up to Calculus to be able to fully utilize this book. Trigonometry and vectors becomes necessary when you get past DC and move onto AC. This may be why some have complained about not understanding the book, and about the book not being basic. I would like counter with the fact that Electrical Engineering is one of the most rigorous engineering disciplines, and for a book to introduce all the important concepts of electricity that it does, there is NO way you can do so without involving some math unless the book is filled with the aforementioned useless jokes and anecodotes. This book is certainly 'basic' when we compare it to a university level textbook used in electrical engineering colleges. Anyways, if you can't tell already, I think this book is awesome. Get it and understand the 'magic' that drives the modern world! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Basic electricity *by J***N on March 14, 2026* My nephew loves it it helps him at work ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good primer *by G***6 on December 9, 2024* Good primer. Only bad thing is proofreading was not 100%. There are illustrations that do not have translations. ## Frequently Bought Together - Basic Electricity - Ultimate Guide Wiring, Updated 10th Edition: Meets Current National Electrical Code Standards (Creative Homeowner) DIY Home Electrical Installations and Repairs - Switches, Outdoor, LED, and More - Ugly's Electrical References, 2023 Edition --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.bo/products/4696445-basic-electricity](https://www.desertcart.bo/products/4696445-basic-electricity) --- *Product available on Desertcart Bolivia* *Store origin: BO* *Last updated: 2026-07-06*