The Battery Reference Book guides the reader through the subject in a logical sequence, covering electrochemical theory as it applies to batteries; battery selection; and the theory and practice of battery charging. The book also includes comprehensive information from battery manufacturers about the performance characteristics of the batteries they supply.

Among the battery types covered are: Lead-acid; Nickle; Silver; Alkaline manganese; Carbon-zinc and carbon-zinc chloride; Mercury; Lithium; Manganese dioxide-magnesium perchlorate; Metal-air; High-temperature thermally activated; Zinc-chlorine; Zinc-air; Water-activated; Sodium-sulphur; and Electric vehicle.