Covers representation theory and the equations of motion. This book discusses motion in the presence of potential steps and wells, bound state problems, symmetries and their consequences, the role of angular momentum in quantum mechanics, approximation methods, time-dependent perturbation methods, the three-body problem, and quantization.
Taking a classically disciplined approach, this graduate-level text emphasizes the development of a logical and consistent overview of quantum mechanics. It discusses quantization of the KG and Dirac wave fields, illustrates several applications, and examines both spontaneous and induced radiation emissions. The authors discuss Bethe's treatment of shifts in atomic levels due to electron self-interaction and the influence of the Compton effect. They also develop covariant perturbation theory with a focus on second-order processes, such as Moller and Bhabha scattering. Concepts are supported with a wealth of problems and worked solutions.
? this book has much to recommend it. The impression is that it is written for students who may not have a deep grounding in the required mathematics. Each required mathematical point is explained clearly but concisely ? The breadth of coverage is such that the book would be suitable as a general text for students embarking on advanced work in most fields of physics ?-Contemporary Physics, Vol. 51, No. 2, March 2010
? This text is intended for graduate students studying quantum mechanics or for someone very interested in learning about the details of quantum mechanics. It is has a high level of technical depth with complex mathematical expressions used to describe the topics being discussed.-IEEE Electrical Insulation Magazine, March/April 2010, Vol. 26, No. 2
