Physics and Probability: Essays in Honor of Edwin T. Jaynes .

W. T. Grandy Jr and P. W. Milonni, (Editors).

ISBN 10: 0521434718 / ISBN 13: 9780521434713

Published by Cambridge University Press, New York, NY, 1993

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First Edition [1993], so stated. Very Near Fine in Very Near Fine DJ: Both book and DJ show only minute indications of use: The Book shows just a touch of shelving wear along the bottom edge of the boards and a bit of crimping to the heel of the backstrip; the binding is square and secure; the text is clean. Free of any ownership names, dates, addresses, notations, inscriptions, stamps, plates, or labels. Remains close to 'As New'. The DJ shows very light wear to the extremities and mild rubbing to the panels; unclipped. Overall, very close to 'As New'. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. 4to. (10 x 7 x 0.75 inches). x, 284 pages. Language: English. Weight; 1 pound, 9.9 ounces. Hardback with DJ.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Physics and Probability: Essays in Honor of Edwin T. Jaynes .
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press, New York, NY
• Publication Date: 1993
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521434718
• ISBN 13: 9780521434713
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: First Edition [1993], so stated.
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
• Seller catalogs:
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Synopsis

The pioneering work of Edwin T. Jaynes in the field of statistical physics, quantum optics, and probability theory has had a significant and lasting effect on the study of many physical problems, ranging from fundamental theoretical questions through to practical applications such as optical image restoration. Physics and Probability is a collection of papers in these areas by some of his many colleagues and former students, based largely on lectures given at a symposium celebrating Jaynes' contributions, on the occasion of his seventieth birthday and retirement as Wayman Crow Professor of Physics at Washington University. The collection contains several authoritative overviews of current research on maximum entropy and quantum optics, where Jaynes' work has been particularly influential, as well as reports on a number of related topics. In the concluding paper, Jaynes looks back over his career, and gives encouragement and sound advice to young scientists. All those engaged in research on any of the topics discussed in these papers will find this a useful and fascinating collection, and a fitting tribute to an outstanding and innovative scientist.

Book Description

The pioneering work of Edwin T. Jaynes in statistical physics, quantum optics, and probability theory has had a significant and lasting effect on the study of many physical problems, from fundamental questions to practical applications. This is a collection of papers in these areas by some of his many colleagues and former students.