Quantum + condensed matter¶
Five ranked references. Rank 1 is the default spine, not a requirement to read all five.
1 | Introduction to Quantum Mechanics¶
David J. Griffiths, Darrell F. Schroeter | Quantum primary spine | Undergraduate
Standard first serious quantum text: wave mechanics, formalism, angular momentum, identical particles, perturbation, scattering.
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2 | Principles of Quantum Mechanics¶
R. Shankar | Conceptual / mathematical depth | Upper undergraduate / graduate
Deep development of Hilbert-space formalism with substantial classical-mechanics and mathematical preparation.
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3 | Modern Quantum Mechanics¶
J. J. Sakurai, Jim Napolitano | Graduate quantum | Graduate
Canonical graduate route into symmetry, angular momentum, approximation, scattering, and relativistic quantum mechanics.
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4 | Introduction to Solid State Physics¶
Charles Kittel | Condensed-matter spine | Upper undergraduate
Classic entry into crystal structures, phonons, electrons, semiconductors, magnetism, superconductivity, and solids.
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5 | Solid State Physics¶
Neil W. Ashcroft, N. David Mermin | Condensed-matter depth | Graduate / advanced undergraduate
The enduring deep reference for electrons in solids, band structure, lattice dynamics, transport, magnetism, and Fermi liquids.
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