The Quantum Theory of Fields

A comprehensive introduction to quantum field theory by Nobel Laureate Steven Weinberg, first published in 1996.

Steven Weinberg (Author)

9780521550024, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 13 August 1996

512 pages, 14 b/w illus. 50 exercises
24.9 x 17.5 x 2.5 cm, 1.13 kg

' … Weinberg has produced a masterpiece that will be a standard reference on the field for a long time to come'. B. E. Y. Svensson, Elementa

The Quantum Theory of Fields, first published in 1996, is a self-contained, comprehensive introduction to quantum field theory from Nobel Laureate Steven Weinberg. Volume II gives an account of the methods of quantum field theory, and how they have led to an understanding of the weak, strong, and electromagnetic interactions of the elementary particles. The presentation of modern mathematical methods is throughout interwoven with accounts of the problems of elementary particle physics and condensed matter physics to which they have been applied. Many topics are included that are not usually found in books on quantum field theory. The book is peppered with examples and insights from the author's experience as a leader of elementary particle physics. Exercises are included at the end of each chapter.

Preface to Volume II
15. Non-Abelian gauge theories
16. External field methods
17. Renormalization of gauge theories
18. Renormalization group methods
19. Spontaneously broken global symmetries
20. Operator product expansions
21. Spontaneous breaking of gauge symmetries
22. Anomalies
23. Topological complications
Subject index
Author index.

Subject Areas: Quantum physics [quantum mechanics & quantum field theory PHQ], Particle & high-energy physics [PHP], Physics [PH]