Quantum Field Theory in Condensed Matter Physics

by Naoto Nagaosa, S. Heusler (Translator)

This is an approachable introduction to the important topics and recent developments in the field of condensed matter physics. First, the general language of quantum field theory is developed in a way appropriate for dealing with systems having a large number of degrees of freedom. This paves the way for a description of the basic processes in such systems. Applications include various aspects of superfluidity and superconductivity, as well as a detailed description of the fractional quantum Hall liquid.

Genres: Physics

216 pages, Hardcover

First published October 29, 1999

Reviews

[Aaron · Rating 4 out of 5]

The selection of topics is good, with a number of standard results being covered from a field theory perspective. The math is laid out fairly clearly, which is always nice. One gripe is that it could use more direction; many of the topics and mathematical steps lack intuition, direction, and/or motivation so it makes it difficult to slog through at times.

[Percy Paul · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my favourite story time books. I particularily enjoyed the computations and mathematics.