Preface to the Fourth Edition. Preface to the First Edition. Introduction. Some Facts on Sound Waves, Sources and Hearing. Reflection and Scattering. The Sound Field in a Closed Space (Wave Theory). Geometrical Room Acoustics. Reverberation and Steady State Energy Density. Sound Absorption and Sound Absorbers. Characterisation of Subjective Effects. Measuring Techniques in Room Acoustics. Design Considerations and Design Procedures. Electroacoustic Installations in Rooms. Index.