This is the first quantitative treatment of elementary particle theory that is accessible to undergraduates. Using a lively, informal writing style, the author strikes a balance between quantitative rigor and intuitive understanding. The first chapter provides a detailed historical introduction to the subject. Subsequent chapters offer a consistent and modern presentation, covering the quark model, Feynman diagrams, quantum electrodynamics, and gauge theories. A clear introduction to the Feynman rules, using a simple model, helps readers learn the calculational techniques without the complications of spin. And an accessible treatment of QED shows how to evaluate tree-level diagrams. Contains an abundance of worked examples and many end-of-chapter problems.
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Seller: Aspen Book Co., Denver, CO, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: no dust jacket. First Edition. Bound in blue cloth with silver lettering on the front cover and spine. The corners are bumped and show light rubbing to the cloth. The spine ends are pushed and rubbed. There are a few small, dark smudge marks on the front board. The binding is tight and the hinges are secure. Internal pages are clean and free of marginalia or highlighting, with the exception of the author's three-word inscription and signature on the title page. No dust jacket. Seller Inventory # A11-B4-SAL-0571