Introduction to Quantum Mechanics (Manchester Physics Series) [Hardcover]

A. C. Phillips (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0470853239 | ISBN-13: 978-0470853238 | Publication Date: July 7, 2003 | Edition: 1

Introduction to Quantum Mechanics is an introduction to the power and elegance of quantum mechanics. Assuming little in the way of prior knowledge, quantum concepts are carefully and precisely presented, and explored through numerous applications and problems. Some of the more challenging aspects that are essential for a modern appreciation of the subject have been included, but are introduced and developed in the simplest way possible.

Undergraduates taking a first course on quantum mechanics will find this text an invaluable introduction to the field and help prepare them for more advanced courses.

Introduction to Quantum Mechanics:
* Starts from basics, reviewing relevant concepts of classical physics where needed.
* Motivates by considering weird behaviour of quantum particles.
* Presents mathematical arguments in their simplest form.

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Review

“This review has long felt that the current selection of books lack rigor and do not address thoroughly enough how quantum is fundamentally done; this one does a good job...recommended.” (Choice, Vol. 41, No. 5, January 2004) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Introduction to Quantum Mechanics is an introduction to the power and elegance of quantum mechanics. Assuming little in the way of prior knowledge, quantum concepts are carefully and precisely presented, and explored through numerous applications and problems. Some of the more challenging aspects that are essential for a modern appreciation of the subject have been included, but are introduced and developed in the simplest way possible.

Undergraduates taking a first course on quantum mechanics will find this text an invaluable introduction to the field and help prepare them for more advanced courses.

Introduction to Quantum Mechanics:

• Starts from basics, reviewing relevant concepts of classical physics where needed.
• Motivates by considering weird behaviour of quantum particles.
• Presents mathematical arguments in their simplest form.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 282 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (July 7, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470853239
• ISBN-13: 978-0470853238
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,255,630 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars I can't really recommend this book, May 25, 2006

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Eric Patton (Cincinnati, Ohio USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Introduction to Quantum Mechanics (Manchester Physics Series) (Paperback)

This book is okay, but it's not phenomenal. It would benefit from a second edition to correct some of the typos, but given that the author is now deceased, that seems unlikely. If you are buying this book for a class, I recommend supplementing your academic arsenal with an additional text, perhaps "An Introduction to Quantum Physics" by French and Taylor. If you are simply looking for a book on the subject for your own personal use, I highly recommend looking at other texts instead.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Where is the publishing company at..., May 10, 2011

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This review is from: Introduction to Quantum Mechanics (Manchester Physics Series) (Paperback)

If you like errors in essential parts of almost every problem, this book is for you. Nothing beats slaving for two hours before realizing it is the book, not you, that is wrong. You'll have at least 3 of these in every chapter. 5/5 for people who love needless frustration, can't recommend harder.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Depends on Your Level, July 16, 2011

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This review is from: Introduction to Quantum Mechanics (Manchester Physics Series) (Paperback)

As with all scientific books, its suitability depends entirely on the reader's background knowledge of the subject.
For the reader with a solid background in classical physics, calculus, complex numbers and wave equations, this book is exactly the right level. The author begins with a discussion of experiments that cannot be explained by classical physics and then introduces the Heisenberg uncertaintly principle in Chapter 1. In Chapter 2 he dives right into the Schrodinger equation. He clearly describes various mathematical relationships in an easy to read manner. He also presents challenging exercises at end of each chapter for the more motivated reader. It is intended for use as a text book in a graduate or advanced undergraduate physics course. If you have the necessary background and want an introduction to Quantum Mechanics, you will find this book very readable.