An Introduction to Modern Variational Techniques in Mechanics and Engineering

* Atanackovic has good track record with Birkhauser: his "Theory of Elasticity" book (4072-X) has been well reviewed. 

* Current text has received two excellent pre-pub reviews. 

* May be used as textbook in advanced undergrad/beginning grad advanced dynamics courses in engineering, physics, applied math departments. 

*Also useful as self-study reference for researchers and practitioners. 

* Many examples and novel applications throughout.  Competitive literature---Meirovich, Goldstein---is outdated and does not include the synthesis of topics presented here.