The quantum theory of fields. Volume 1, Foundations / Steven Weinberg.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Weinberg, Steven, 1933-2021, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Quantum field theory.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xxvi, 609 pages) : digital, PDF file(s).

Place of Publication:

Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 1995.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

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.

Notes:

Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 05 Oct 2015).

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

ISBN:

1-316-08483-3

1-139-63614-6

1-139-64875-6

1-139-63830-0

1-139-64114-X

1-139-64416-5