A modern, comprehensive text and reference describing intermolecular forces, this book begins with coverage of the concepts and methods for simpler systems, then moves on to more advanced subjects for complex systems ? emphasizing concepts and methods used in calculations with realistic models and compared with empirical data.

• Contains applications to many physical systems and worked examples
• Proceeds from introductory material to advanced modern treatments
• Has relevance for new materials, biological phenomena, and energy and fuels production