Emphasizing modeling, analysis, and real-world issues, this new edition of a bestseller provides a refreshed overview of a wide range of topics related to electric energy. It provides background and covers advancements in electromechanical conversion, transformers, and three phase systems. This edition also features expanded coverage on mathematical modeling, power electronics, power quality, and various electric safety designs. It looks at the role of electricity in the production of renewable energy, as well as the societal impact of blackouts, and the environmental impact of electric generation. This edition contains additional examples, case studies, and exercises.