Physical Mathematics Author: Kevin Cahill | Language: English | ISBN:
B00B4V6B1G | Format: EPUB
Physical Mathematics Description
Unique in its clarity, examples and range, Physical Mathematics explains as simply as possible the mathematics that graduate students and professional physicists need in their courses and research. The author illustrates the mathematics with numerous physical examples drawn from contemporary research. In addition to basic subjects such as linear algebra, Fourier analysis, complex variables, differential equations and Bessel functions, this textbook covers topics such as the singular-value decomposition, Lie algebras, the tensors and forms of general relativity, the central limit theorem and Kolmogorov test of statistics, the Monte Carlo methods of experimental and theoretical physics, the renormalization group of condensed-matter physics and the functional derivatives and Feynman path integrals of quantum field theory.
- File Size: 21969 KB
- Print Length: 681 pages
- Simultaneous Device Usage: Up to 4 simultaneous devices, per publisher limits
- Publisher: Cambridge University Press; 1 edition (June 25, 2013)
- Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
- Language: English
- ASIN: B00B4V6B1G
- Text-to-Speech: Enabled
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Its refreshing to see a mathematical methods book written by a practicing physicist. The result is a great reference for the professional and student alike in the physical sciences. Going beyond the standard fare Cahill provides easy to understand yet concise presentations of path integrals, the renormalization group, and even string theory. Standard fare like complex variables, differential and integral equations and Fourier transforms are also included. A must have addition for those studying physics and engineering, or readers simply interested in the topic for self-study. Much preferred to Arfken or Hassani.
By David McMahon
Cahill's work evinces a great insight and passion for teaching mathematical methods and theoretical physics. His decades of classroom experience are evident in his command of the foundational topics in this overlap of mathematics and physics. The pace is brisk and the presentation is complete and economic. The choice of topics is fresh which makes the book a pleasure to read. The examples and exercises reveal a skilled explicator who has helped to train a generation of physicists. This tome is a welcome and modern addition to even the most crowded bookshelf.
By Daniel M. Topa
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