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THE QUANTUM THEORY OF FIELDS: VOLUME 1, FOUNDATIONS
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v. 1 |
By: |
Steven Weinberg |
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Paperback |

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ISBN 10: |
0521670535 |
ISBN 13: |
9780521670531 |
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Publisher: |
CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS |
Pub. date: |
9 May, 2005 |
Pages: |
640 |
Description: |
Comprehensive introduction to quantum field theory by Nobel Laureate Steven Weinberg, now available in paperback. |
Synopsis: |
Available for the first time in paperback, The Quantum Theory of Fields is a self-contained, comprehensive, and up-to-date introduction to quantum field theory from Nobel Laureate Steven Weinberg. Volume I introduces the foundations of quantum field theory. The development is fresh and logical throughout, with each step carefully motivated by what has gone before. After a brief historical outline, the book begins with the principles of relativity and quantum mechanics, and the properties of particles that follow. Quantum field theory emerges from this as a natural consequence. The classic calculations of quantum electrodynamics are presented in a thoroughly modern way, showing the use of path integrals and dimensional regularization. It contains much original material, and is peppered with examples and insights drawn from the author's experience as a leader of elementary particle research. Exercises are included at the end of each chapter. |
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33 b/w illus. 2 tables 70 exercises |
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UK |
Imprint: |
Cambridge University Press |
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