Quantum Field Theory: The Why, What and How (Graduate Texts in

Quantum Field Theory: The Why, What and How (Graduate Texts in Physics)

This book describes, in clear terms, the Why, What and the How of Quantum Field Theory. The raison d'etre of QFT is explained by starting from the dynamics of a relativistic particle and demonstrating how it leads to the notion of quantum fields. Non-perturbative aspectsÂ and the Wilsonian interpretation of field theory are emphasizedÂ right from the start. Several interesting topics such as the Schwinger effect, Davies-Unruh effect, Casimir effect and spontaneous symmetry breaking introduce the reader to the elegance and breadth of applicability of field theoretical concepts. Complementing the conceptual aspects, the book also develops all the relevant mathematical techniques in detail, leading e.g., to the computation of anomalous magnetic moment of the electron and the two-loop renormalisation of the self-interacting scalar field. It contains nearly a hundred problems, of varying degrees of difficulty, making it suitable for both self-study and classroom use.
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Country USA
Brand Springer
Manufacturer Springer
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 2 black & white illustrations, 44 colour
UnitCount 1
EANs 9783319281711
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Springer
Manufacturer	Springer
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	2 black & white illustrations, 44 colour
UnitCount	1
EANs	9783319281711
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

Quantum Field Theory: The Why, What and How (Graduate Texts in Physics)