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Quantum Physics in One Dimension

Thierry Giamarchi author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Oxford University Press

Published:18th Dec '03

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This book presents in a pedagogical yet complete way correlated systems in one dimension. Recent progress in nanotechnology and material research have made one dimensional systems a crucial part of today's physics. After an introduction to the basic concepts of correlated systems, the book gives a step by step description of the techniques needed to treat one dimension, and discusses the resulting physics. Then specific experimental realizations of one dimensional systems such as spin chains, quantum wires, nanotubes, organic superconductors etc. are examined. Given its progressive and pedagogical approach, this book should satisfy both graduate students who want to learn the tools of the trade and become professionals in the field as well as more advanced researchers who want to know more about the physics of a specific one dimensional system without unnecessary technicalities.

The book is written in a clear style, most often trying to convey the main results without too many details of technicalities. * Bassano Vacchini, Zentralblatt MATH, Vol 1075, 2006 *
The quality of the product attests to the fact that writing this impressive tome was a labour of love for the author. Anyone with a serious interest in getting to grips with one-dimensional quantum systems needs the book on their shelves - and will have great fun reading it too. * David Logan, Oxford University, Journal of Physics *
It is of course the brave who succeed in this world, and Thierry Giamarchi does just that with this excellent book, written by an expert for the uninitiated ... Giamarchi writes in a refreshingly relaxed style with infectious enthusiasm for his subject, and readily combines formal instruction with physical insight. The result is a serious, pedagogical yet comprehensive guide to the fascinating and important field of one-dimensional quantum systems, for which many a graduate student (and not a few oldies) will be grateful. * David Logan, Oxford University, Journal of Physics *

ISBN: 9780198525004

Dimensions: 241mm x 162mm x 25mm

Weight: 881g

442 pages