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| Feature | K.D. Prasad | Balanis (Antenna Theory) | Kraus (Antennas) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Moderate (Engineering math) | High (Graduate level) | Moderate to high | | Exam orientation | Excellent (Solved problems) | Low (Theory heavy) | Medium | | Wave propagation coverage | Extensive (Sky/ground/space) | Limited | Moderate | | Cost (approx.) | $10-15 | $100-150 | $80-120 | | Best for | Under-grad exams & self-study | Research & grad school | Reference library | antenna and wave propagation by kd prasad google books
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The book has a long publication history, with early editions published in 1983 and 1996. It has been revised and updated in subsequent editions, with a revised 4th edition published in 2019.