This text offers to serve as a transition between introductory courses in electromagnetism and realistic concepts employed in the microwave industry. Topics on lossy, multiply-connected and ferrite networks are discussed in a simple style designed to arouse the interest of the novice, enhance the analytical skills of the practitioner, and invite the perusal of the advanced student to explore the concepts developed in the book. In particular, the discussions on ferrite networks are presented as an integral part of the author's theoretical methodology rather than a specialized presentation or...