Fundamental knowledge for students, doctoral candidates, and practitioners: Learn, understand, and experience microscopy. This textbook offers a comprehensive introduction to the basics of light and electron microscopy. The structure of the microscopes, their functioning, operation, and applications are described in detail. Complex physical relationships are made understandable through meaningful illustrations. Additional info boxes highlight special aspects. Suitable for beginners as well as experienced users, this unique microscopy textbook, with its detailed presentation and modular structure, is designed to acquire knowledge and learn individual units.