The quantum theory of fields: Volume 1: foundations

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 throu...

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Beteilige Person: Weinberg, Steven 1933-2021 (VerfasserIn)
Format: Elektronisch E-Book
Sprache:Englisch
Veröffentlicht: Cambridge Cambridge University Press 2013
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Links:https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9781139644167
https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9781139644167
https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9781139644167
https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9781139644167
https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9781139644167
https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9781139644167
https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9781139644167
Zusammenfassung: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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Umfang:1 online resource (xxvi, 609 pages)
ISBN:9781139644167
DOI:10.1017/CBO9781139644167