# Tagged Questions

Note: Books questions are off topic now, ask your question in chat instead. Questions asking "What is a good book about X?" or more generally, "What should I read to learn about X?", typically where there is not a single authoritative reference. Please consider adding your question to this list ...

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### Introduction to quantum mechanics [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Book recommendations What is a good introductory book on quantum mechanics? I intend to learn quantum mechanics . But I don't have any suggestions about good books to ...
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### Level of calculus required for physics [closed]

First time for me here so kindly let me know if I violate the rules - especially if this is a duplicate. After reading the page how to become a good theoretical phycist, I started a serious revision ...
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### Texts on field theory in classical physics

I need a very good text on field theory and it should provide good understanding of why this concept cant be ignored?I only need that text which will tell me how field theory is an integral part of ...
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### Are there any good reading materials for variational approach in many-body theory? [closed]

I need something like a summary of existing results, including the treatment of BCS Hamiltonian and Hubbard model. Auerbach's book is a good one but I still hope to get more comprehensive review. My ...
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### Quantum Mechanics Text for Electrical Engineers [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: What is a good introductory book on quantum mechanics? What is a good introductory text on quantum mechanics that could be used to train electrical engineers in device ...
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### Which book describe all experiments related to quantum mechanic especially entanglement and photon? [closed]

Which book describe all experiments related to quantum mechanic especially entanglement and photon? I expect this book to describe where to buy detector and thing to create entanglement, or how to ...
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### Help an aspiring physicists what to self-study [closed]

This is probably not the kind of question you'll often encounter on this forum, but I think a bit of background is needed for this question to make sense and not seem like a duplicate: 2012 has been ...
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### Electromagnetism for Mathematician

I am trying to find a book on electromagnetism for mathematician (so it has to be rigorous). Preferably a book that extensively uses Stoke's theorem for Maxwell's equations (unlike other books that on ...
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### What are good books for graduates/undergraduates in Astrophysics?

There are no book recommendations for Astrophysics here. I will write my own answer, but I am also interested in what are others' views on the question (I will NOT mark my own answer as the best one). ...
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### Quantum mechanics textbooks that use path integrals

I'm looking for a textbook in quantum mechanics that relies heavily on Green functions and the path integral formalism to supplement my QM books. I want to do some calculations using alternative ...
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### Small Oscillations and matrices: suggestion about text

I'm undergraduate and I'm looking for a text about Small Oscillations in which matrices are used. Could you suggest me a book or a PDF file?
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### Book reviewing current state of research on complex networks [closed]

Can anybody recommend a book reviewing the current state of knowledge and active research on complex networks? Not primarily a textbook but a true review of the field - ideally with references to ...
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### Reference for mathematics of string theory [closed]

I have a great interest in the area of string theory, but since I am more focused on mathematics, I was wondering if there is any book out there that covers mathematical aspects of string theory. I ...
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### Physics book recommendations for transition to PhD study

Now in the end of my MSc in physics I've been contemplating in enrolling in a Phd in theoretical physics. Before that I think I would do best to re-study some subjects. My question is then, what books ...
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### Good books about waves and optics [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: What’s a good textbook to learn about waves and oscillations? Where is a good place to learn (classical) optics? I'm looking for a good book about waves and optics, ...
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### Mathematical definitions in string theory

Does anyone know of a book that has mathematical definitions of a string, a $p$-brane, a $D$-brane and other related topics. All the books I have looked at don't have a precise definition and this is ...
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### Reading list in topological QFT

I'm interested in learning about topological QFT including Chern Simons theory, Jones polynomial, Donaldson theory and Floer homology - basically the kind of things Witten worked on in the 80s. I'm ...
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### Coverage of QED in introductory QFT books [closed]

Do most introductory QFT books contain QED treatment? I do know that most books contain introductory treatment on QCD, but not usre on QED.
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### What are some of the best books on complex systems?

I'm rather interested in getting my feet wet at the interface of complex systems and emergence. Can anybody give me references to some good books on these topics? I'm looking for very introductory ...
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### Looking for a complete review of the BEC-BCS crossover

I'm looking for comprehensive review of the BEC-BCS crossover, both from a theoretical point of view, and from a experimental one. Even something at textbook level, but exhaustive, would be OK, but I ...
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### Helpful tutorials on force [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: List of good classical physics books I'm having a hard time understanding force in my highschool AP physics class, i looked through youtube but without luck. Could ...
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### Books dealing with Quantum field theory [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: What is a complete book for quantum field theory? I am looking for good books that deal with Quantum Field theory starting from basics. Please suggest something that ...
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### What is a good non-technical introduction to theories of everything?

I'm not a physicist but I'm interested in unified theories, and I do not know how to start learning about it. What would be a good book to read to start learning about this topic?
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### Is matrix mechanics or wave mechanics more preferred?

Which quantum mechanics formulation is popular: wave mechanics or matrix mechanics? I find this extremely confusing: Some post-quantum mechanics textbooks seem to prefer wave mechanics version, while ...
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### MIT OpenCourseware vs Real MIT course [closed]

Is MIT course much different from MIT OpenCourseWare? I am curious, because as a high schooler, I have some intent to study from MIT OpenCourseWare. Will this allow me to be more comfortable if I am ...
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### Matrix mechanics for those with wave mechanics background

Just curious: Is there any book or resource that teaches matrix mechanics (quantum mechanics) only without wave mechanics stuff - meaning that the book assumes wave mechanics background.
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### Gentle introduction to twistors

When reading about the twistor uprising or trying to follow a corresponding Nima talk, it always annoys me that I have no clue about how twistor space, the twistor formalism, or twistor theory works. ...
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### Introduction to AdS/CFT

AdS/CFT seems like a really hot topic and I'd like to start reading about. I am looking for the best introduction at my level, i.e. I have a background in QFT, CFT and general relativity at the level ...
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### Crash course in classical thermodynamics

I've been working on some projects lately where it would be very handy to know more about thermodynamics than I do, but sadly I never had a chance to take a proper thermodynamics course in college. ...
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### Can you recommend me a book on the discoveries and properties of these particles? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Good book about elementary particles for high school students? Some days ago, I've found this: When I was in high-school, They taught me about electrons, protons and ...
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### Problem book in Quantum mechanics with emphasis on physical(ly relevant) problems

I am a second year undergraduate and studying quantum mechanics from sakurai's 'Modern Quantum Mechanics'. Is it a good idea to solve problems from sakurai, which are mostly mathematical in nature? I ...
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### What is a good introductory book on quantum mechanics?

I'm really interested in the quantum theory and would like to learn all that I can about it. I've followed a few tutorials and read books but none satisfied my need completely. What is the good ...
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### How to make strong base for fundamental physics? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Book recommendations How to make strong base for fundamental physics? I want to learn the fundamentals of physics. But in a simple manners with very general examples. ...
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### Prerquisites for QFT [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Book recommendations Is there a book that covers everything you need to know (and possibly more) before starting a course on QFT. Alternatively, I need a list of what ...
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### Best Materials Science Introduction Book?

Why is this here? Sorry, I know that this isn't the best place to put this however there does not seem to be any other stack exchange specific to this so I thought this would be the best place ...
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### I'm a business major but I'd like to be generally fluent in undergraduate physics. (Fluent; not getting a degree or anything.) [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Book recommendations Since I've already picked up introductory physics, can someone here help me construct a sequence of textbooks I should read (proof rigorous; ...
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### What would be the requirement to learn matrix mechanics?

What would be the requirement to learn matrix mechanics? More specifically, what math do I need? Can anyone recommend me a book that covers all maths needed for matrix mechanics?
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### Recommendations for Statistical Mechanics book

I saw Book recommendations No reference to Statistical Mechanics there. I learned thermodynamics and the basics of statistical mechanics but I'd like to sit through a good advanced book/books. Mainly ...
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### Supersymmetry in Quantum Field Theory

I have an idea of supersymmetry in quantum mechanics, can you suggest a book on "supersymmetry in quantum field theory", which has sufficient mathematical rigour like "Peskin and Schroeder"
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### Topology needed for Differential Geometry [duplicate]

I am a physics undergrad, and need to study differential geometry ASAP to supplement my studies on solitons and instantons. How much topology do I need to know. I know some basic concepts reading from ...
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### Book covering Topology required for physics and applications

I am a physics undergrad, and interested to learn Topology so far as it has use in Physics. Currently I am trying to study Topological solitons but bogged down by some topological concepts. I am not ...
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### Where can I find beginner's information about quantum mechanics? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Popular books on QM I hope that this question is suitable for this site. I am interested in reading up on quantum theory so that I can reasonably understand the ...
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### Introduction to string theory

I am in the last year of MSc. and would like to read string theory. I have the Zwiebach Book, but along with it what other advanced book can be followed, which can be a complimentary to Zwiebach. I ...
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### What books, papers, and authors to read to improve your scientific writing skills and style? [closed]

Reading well-written phsyics books and papers can improve one's writing skills and style. However, as someone who speaks English as a second language, I'm not sure which books, papers, and authors are ...
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### Beginning Physics, Advise on Books [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Beginner Physics Resources? Book recommendations I'm wanting to learn physics. In fact i'm a software engineer and i find physics very fascinating. But everything I ...
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### Books on representation theory [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Best books for mathematical background? I'm looking for a textbook on the group/representation theory for a student-physicist. The main questions of interest are ...
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### Applications of Physics to other fields like Economics, Finance, Political Science, Sociology? [closed]

I know that Physics can be applied to other fields like Economics, Finance, Political Science, Sociology,etc. Can someone give me some examples of those applications that have been empirically tested ...
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### Textbook on group theory to be able to start QFT

I am very enthusiastic about learning QFT. How much group theory would I need to master? Please could you recommend me a textbook on group theory, which would help me to start QFT?
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### Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory (SAO) star catalog

Is a Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory (SAO) star catalog, 4 volumes, dated 1977, worth keeping in a library or is it too outdated? Can it be used for epoch 200?
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### some hints/introductions/textbooks for LBM(Lattice Boltzmann methods) fluid simulation?

I come from a computer science background and I want to learn details about LBM in fluid simulation. I have been searching around for a concise tutorial that tells me how LBM is used to solve a ...
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