An Introduction to Relativistic Quantum Field Theory (Dover Books on Physics)

Book Details:

• Publisher: Dover

• Author: Schweber, Silvan S

• Language: English

• Edition: Illustrated

• ISBN: 9780486442280

• Pages: 913

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.6 x 2.0 inches

About The Book:

"Quantum Field Theory" by Silvan S. Schweber is a comprehensive, systematic, and self-contained text that introduces modern developments in quantum field theory, making it an invaluable resource for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students. With its clear and accessible approach, Schweber's work begins with a review of the one-particle relativistic wave equations before moving into the second-quantized description of a system of n particles, skillfully linking this to the quantization of classical field theories.

The book goes on to explore the restrictions symmetries impose on Lagrangians and discusses their conservation laws. It provides in-depth analysis of simple models of field theories, their content, and the challenges of quantized field theories. A significant portion of the text is devoted to the Feynman-Dyson perturbation treatment of relativistic field theories, with a detailed explanation of renormalization theory.

Further, Schweber delves into the formulation of field theory in the Heisenberg picture, offering readers valuable insight. The concluding chapters present the axiomatic formulation of field theory, an introduction to dispersion theoretic methods, and a set of problems designed to further enhance the reader's understanding of aspects of field theory not covered in the text.

This book stands as a robust foundation for students aiming to grasp quantum field theory and its applications, making complex concepts more approachable with its engaging style and thorough exposition.