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Quantum Field Theory

Quantum Field Theory

Hardback (18 Apr 1985)

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Publisher's Synopsis

This book describes, as simply as is possible, the ideas and techniques of quantum field theory, on which is based our current understanding of subnuclear physics. In recent years this has advanced considerably with the discovery of charmed particles and the weak intermediate vector bosons predicted by gauge theories. After a brief survey of particle physics, the quantum theory of scalar and spinor fields, and then of gauge fields, is developed. The emphasis throughout is on functional methods, which have Played a large part in modern field theory. The book concludes with a brief survey of 'topological' objects in field theory. The author assumes a knowledge of quantum mechanics and special relativity.

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Cambridge University Press

Cambridge University Press dates from 1534 and is part of the University of Cambridge. We further the University's mission by disseminating knowledge in the pursuit of education, learning and research at the highest international levels of excellence.

Book information

ISBN: 9780521237642
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 530.143
DEWEY edition: 18
Language: English
Number of pages: 440
Weight: 778g
Height: 228mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 28mm