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Tom Lancaster - Quantum Field Theory for the Gifted Amateur - 9780199699339 - V9780199699339
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Quantum Field Theory for the Gifted Amateur

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Description for Quantum Field Theory for the Gifted Amateur Paperback. Quantum field theory provides the theoretical backbone to most modern physics. This book is designed to bring quantum field theory to a wider audience of physicists. It is packed with worked examples, witty diagrams, and applications intended to introduce a new audience to this revolutionary theory. Num Pages: 512 pages, 242 b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: PHFC; PHP; PHQ; PHU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 246 x 190 x 24. Weight in Grams: 976.
Quantum field theory is arguably the most far-reaching and beautiful physical theory ever constructed, with aspects more stringently tested and verified to greater precision than any other theory in physics. Unfortunately, the subject has gained a notorious reputation for difficulty, with forbidding looking mathematics and a peculiar diagrammatic language described in an array of unforgiving, weighty textbooks aimed firmly at aspiring professionals. However, quantum field theory is too important, too beautiful, and too engaging to be restricted to the professionals. This book on quantum field theory is designed to be different. It is written by experimental physicists and aims ... Read more

Product Details

Publisher
Oxford University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
Number of Pages
512
Place of Publication
Oxford, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780199699339
SKU
V9780199699339
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 4 to 8 working days
Ref
99-12

About Tom Lancaster
Tom Lancaster was a Research Fellow in Physics at the University of Oxford, before becoming a Lecturer at the University of Durham in 2012. Stephen J. Blundell is a Professor of Physics at the University of Oxford and a Fellow of Mansfield College, Oxford.

Reviews for Quantum Field Theory for the Gifted Amateur
This wonderful and exciting book is optimal for physics graduate students. The authors are brilliant educators who use worked examples, diagrams and mathematical hints placed in the margins to perfect their pedagogy and explain quantum field theory
Barry R. Masters, Optics & Photonics News
There is a need for a book on Quantum Field Theory that is not ... Read more

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