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Quantum Field Theory: From Operators to Path Integrals

By Kerson Huang

Book information

Publisher
Wiley-VCH
Year
1998
ISBN
0471141208, 9780471141204, 9783527617388
ASIN
B000N5C9OW
LCC
QC174.45 .H82 1998
Open Library ID
OL353753M
Language
english
Format
DJVU
Filesize
3 MB (2891324 bytes)
Pages
446\446
Library
Great Science Textbooks DVD Library 2007
Scanned
no
Time added
2009-10-26 09:21:54

Description

A unique approach to quantum field theory, with emphasis on the principles of renormalization Quantum field theory is frequently approached from the perspective of particle physics. This book adopts a more general point of view and includes applications of condensed matter physics. Written by a highly respected writer and researcher, it first develops traditional concepts, including Feynman graphs, before moving on to key topics such as functional integrals, statistical mechanics, and Wilson's renormalization group. The connection between the latter and conventional perturbative renormalization is explained. Quantum Field Theory is an exceptional textbook for graduate students familiar with advanced quantum mechanics as well as physicists with an interest in theoretical physics. It features: * Coverage of quantum electrodynamics with practical calculations and a discussion of perturbative renormalization * A discussion of the Feynman path integrals and a host of current subjects, including the physical approach to renormalization, spontaneous symmetry breaking and superfluidity, and topological excitations * Nineteen self-contained chapters with exercises, supplemented with graphs and charts

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