I want to understand more about the power grid in general and how electronic devices consume and create power.<p>I have a basic (UK A-Level) understanding of electricity, so I guess anything from basic university recommended texts or intermediate level books?<p>Sorry that this is so vague, it is an area I know little about and want to learn more.<p>I [asked on Twitter](https://twitter.com/tosbourn/status/645534272279977985) (RTs appreciated!) and got the following suggestion;<p>Practical Electronics for Inventors<p>Any more suggestions would be amazing, thanks in advance!