From Classical to Quantum Fields
John Iliopoulos author Laurent Baulieu author Roland Sénéor author
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Oxford University Press
Published:2nd Feb '17
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Quantum Field Theory has become the universal language of most modern theoretical physics. This introductory textbook shows how this beautiful theory offers the correct mathematical framework to describe and understand the fundamental interactions of elementary particles. The book begins with a brief reminder of basic classical field theories, electrodynamics and general relativity, as well as their symmetry properties, and proceeds with the principles of quantisation following Feynman's path integral approach. Special care is used at every step to illustrate the correct mathematical formulation of the underlying assumptions. Gauge theories and the problems encountered in their quantisation are discussed in detail. The last chapters contain a full description of the Standard Model of particle physics and the attempts to go beyond it, such as grand unified theories and supersymmetry. Written for advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students in physics and mathematics, the book could also serve as a reference for active researchers in the field.
From Classical to Quantum Fields makes for a fine companion for students and an excellent general reference for researchers in theoretical physics. * Francesca Vidotto, Physics Today *
This monograph constitutes useful material for readers interested in updating their understanding of quantum theory. The presentation is very pleasant. * Francisco Marcell´ an, Mathematical Reviews Clippings *
I found this book to be unusually well-written and well-organised. There is a lot of material covered, and I expect to keep this book within easy reach to peruse as desired. This book is an amazing resource for anyone interested in learning QFT. * Andrew Resnick, Contemporary Physics *
The presentation is at a level appropriate for graduate students and can be a resource for professionals...Recommended. * CHOICE *
Everything is done in great detail, and the reader who stays with the discussion from beginning to end will obtain a fabulous education in modern physics, as well as a load of very solid ancillary mathematics. What a book! * Michael Berg, Mathematical Association of America *
This is a book on field theory, carefully written by the top experts in the field (no pun intended). It will be very useful for students studying this fundamental and complicated subject. * A. Polyakov, Department of Physics, Princeton University *
This is a major contribution to the literature. Starting out with very elementary considerations, it proceeds to reach some of the frontiers in the field. From Classical to Quantum Fields is a fantastic resource to learn quantum field theory. It was a pleasure to read. * Luis Alvarez-Gaume, Theoretical Physics Department, CERN, Switzerland *
ISBN: 9780198788393
Dimensions: 250mm x 175mm x 50mm
Weight: 1902g
960 pages