Description
The first graduate textbook to combine wide-ranging applications of quantum theory with an in-depth presentation of foundations.
About the Author
Charis Anastopoulos is an associate professor in the department of physics at the University of Patras, Greece. He holds a Ph.D. from Imperial College, London and has worked in various academic positions at the universities of Barcelona, Maryland, and Utrecht. His research focuses on quantum foundations, quantum information and general relativity. He is also the author of Particle or Wave: The Evolution of the Concept of Matter in Modern Physics (Princeton University Press, 2008).
Reviews
'Anchored in foundational principles and mathematics, and garnished with historical and philosophical insight, Dr. Anastopoulos presents a comprehensive view of quantum mechanics. Coupled with an engaging and clear style, this text is appealing at the advanced undergraduate level, graduate level, and beyond.' Kevin Kelley, Brigham Young University
'Written in an engaging style, this textbook is a lucid addition to the scientific catalogue on quantum theory. Its notable strengths are the coverage of contemporary topics, the mathematical rigour in traditional topics, and the careful explanations of subtle topics.' Andrew Akeroyd, University of Southampton
'Introductory textbooks on quantum mechanics tend to restrict much of their attention to systems with finite-dimensional state spaces and thereby miss important issues related to unbounded operators and domain questions. Books with adequate coverage of those topics often presuppose ample mathematical proficiency. One virtue of the approach taken by Anastopoulos is to introduce a broader readership to matters of this kind.' Jurgen Fuchs, Karlstad University
'Quantum Theory by Charis Anastopoulos is a beautiful, well-written book that explores the foundations of quantum theory in a clear, thorough, and elegant way. I expect that Quantum Theory will become an important text that will serve a broad audience. In particular, it will take a special place that introduces undergraduates to the ideas of quantum theory while providing them with an accessible path to all the wonderful topics that they will want to pursue later-as an undergraduate researcher, a graduate student, or to come back to for fun. It will certainly become a 'go-to' book.' Christopher G. Fasano, Monmouth College
Book Information
ISBN 9781316518595
Author Charis Anastopoulos
Format Hardback
Page Count 650
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 1779g