Elements of Statistical Mechanics: With an Introduction to Quantum Field Theory and Numerical Simulation

Sachs, Ivo, Sen, Siddhartha, Sexton, James

ISBN 10: 0521841984 / ISBN 13: 9780521841986

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2006

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Elements of Statistical Mechanics: With an Introduction to Quantum Field Theory and Numerical Simulation
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521841984
• ISBN 13: 9780521841986
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Like New
• Book Type: book

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Synopsis

This concise introduction to the key concepts and tools of modern statistical mechanics is self-contained. Combining analytical and numerical techniques, it also covers advanced topics such as non-relativistic quantum field theory. After introducing classical analytical techniques, the authors present important numerical methods and a diverse range of applications. Quantum statistical mechanics is then analyzed and applied to topics in astrophysics and cosmology. Combining the authors' many years' experience of teaching courses in this area, this textbook is ideal for advanced students in physics, chemistry and mathematics.

About the Author

J. C. Sexton is Director of High Performance Computing and also Associate Professor at the Department of Pure and Applied Mathematics at Trinity College, Dublin.