Filling a true gap in the market, this textbook is the only one to provide a concise introduction to combustion. Written in a clear didactic style, the book focuses on practical aspects rather than theory and offers an overview of the topic for students and graduates as well as practitioners, teaching everything that is needed to get started in the field. The experienced authors are international experts in the area and cover the most common fuels, including solids, gases and liquids. The environmental impact is also discussed, such that readers will be able to develop an understanding of the central environmental issues and the possibilities for more sustainable combustion.