"This is the definitive book on the physics of the sun, and if that's your interest, then I can thoroughly recommend it." (C.R. Kitchin, Astronomy Now, June 2003)

"This is an excellent introduction to the whole of Solar physics at a consistent level of mathematics and assumed physics background. It would be suitable as a reference for some advance undergraduate courses and should be compulsory reading for postgraduate students studying the Sun. It could also be read with interest by anyone with a physics background wishing to learn more detail about the Sun than is available online or through general astrophysics books." (International Journal of Astrobiology, 2/1, 2003)

"The book from the Springer Astronomy and Astrophysics Library Series gives an introduction to the physics of the Sun. [...] From an amateur solar observer's perspective, there are many parts of the book which are of interest. [...] This book has been well produced with plenty of diagrams and photographs (with a view in colour) throughout." (The Astronomer, 39/465, 2003)

"This must-have book is of great value to every Sun specialist as well to students or graduates. Nearly each sub-chapter contains a small number of problems linked to the previous paragraphs, and this invitation to become a more active reader must be encouraged." (Physicalia 2005, 57, page 211-212)

From the reviews of the second edition:

"This book provides a solid and extremely readable introduction to the physics and the phenomenology of the solar interior and lower atmosphere . . its status as a classic is well deserved. It is a delight to read, and I can recommend it strongly . . the book is well presented and easy to use. It is amply and appropriately illustrated . . The author conveniently includes bibliographic notes . . will continue to be a basic reference text . ." (Dr. L. Fletcher, Contemporary Physics, Vol. 46 (4), 2005)

"This is a serious introduction to solar physics. . The maths is effectively aimed at the serious senior undergraduate or post graduate student. . This second edition updates the original 1989 publication . . It is essentially an advanced text book with problems set throughout. . There is a much needed list of symbols . list of references and a comprehensive index." (Roger Feasey, Journal of the Auckland Astronomical Society, December, 2004)

"The first edition, published in 1989, was excellent. It was clear, thorough, well illustrated and well referenced. . The second edition is just as good and has been brought right up to date. . The Sun is a member of Springer's highly commendable Astronomy and Astrophysics Library and is a first-class example of what a good textbook should be." (David W. Hughes, The Observatory, Vol. 124 (1183), 2004)

"This book is an introduction to the physics of the Sun . . This must-have book is of great value to every Sun specialist as well as to students orgraduates. Nearly each sub-chapter contains a small number of problems linked to the previous paragraphs, and this invitation to become a more active reader must be encouraged." (Gaston Marrette, Physicalia, Vol. 57 (3), 2005)