Nuts and Bolts Books on Strings, Branes and/or Loop Quantum Gravity

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This discussion focuses on the search for problem-solving books related to strings, branes, and loop quantum gravity. Participants recommend resources similar to Schaum's Outline Series, Zetteli's book on quantum mechanics, and Peskin and Schroeder's quantum field theory text. Notably, Barton Zwiebach's upcoming textbook on string theory for undergraduates, set to release in January, is highlighted as a suitable option that does not require prior expertise in conformal field theory or supersymmetry.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with string theory concepts
  • Understanding of quantum mechanics (QM)
  • Knowledge of quantum field theory (QFT)
  • Ability to solve advanced physics problems
NEXT STEPS
  • Research Barton Zwiebach's textbook on string theory upon its release
  • Explore Schaum's Outline Series for problem-solving techniques in physics
  • Investigate Zetteli's book on quantum mechanics for additional problem sets
  • Study Peskin and Schroeder's quantum field theory for advanced QFT applications
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This discussion is beneficial for physics students, educators, and researchers seeking practical problem-solving resources in string theory, quantum mechanics, and quantum field theory.

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Does anyone know of any good problem solving books on strings, branes and/or loop quantum qravity? I am looking for something that has a lot of actual solved problems, something in the spirit of Schaum's Outline Series, Zetteli's book on QM, or Peskin and Schroeder's book on QFT. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

P.S. Downloadable PDFs or class notes are to be included in this search.
 
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barton zwiebach has a textbook on string theory for undergrads coming out in january. it doesn t look very much like a schaum s outline, but it least it doesn t assume you are an expert on conformal field theory and supersymmetry before hand.
 
That looks like a good one, what I am looking for anyway. Thanks.
 

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