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I‘m learning QFT and find it difficult, partly because I'm not familiar with group theory and Lie algebra, so I decide to tackle this during the holiday, any recommendation on the textbooks?
kof9595995 said:I‘m learning QFT and find it difficult, partly because I'm not familiar with group theory and Lie algebra, so I decide to tackle this during the holiday, any recommendation on the textbooks?
yicong2011 said:http://faculty.physics.tamu.edu/pope/geom-group.pdf
See this lovely reference... A friendly introduction to Lie Group, also a good preparation to Field Theory...
BTW,
Which QFT book, you choose for studying?
aalaniz said:Hope this is useful, and I have other similar sections for other areas, e.g., "econophysics".
The best book for beginners to learn group theory for physics is "Group Theory in a Nutshell for Physicists" by A. Zee. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental concepts of group theory and its applications in physics.
Yes, there are several books that specifically focus on group theory for quantum mechanics. Some popular choices include "Group Theory and Quantum Mechanics" by M. Tinkham and "Symmetry and the Standard Model: Mathematics and Particle Physics" by M.D. Schwartz.
Yes, there are several advanced books on group theory for physicists, such as "Lie Algebras in Particle Physics" by H. Georgi and "Group Theory and Its Application to Physical Problems" by M. Hamermesh. These books cover more advanced topics and are suitable for readers with a strong background in mathematics.
"Group Theory and Physics" by S. Sternberg is a great book that includes practical examples of group theory in physics. It covers a wide range of applications, from classical mechanics to quantum field theory, with a focus on the physical intuition behind the mathematical concepts.
While a strong mathematical background is helpful, it is not necessary to understand group theory for physics. There are many books, such as "Group Theory for Physicists" by Y. Wu and "Symmetry and the Beautiful Universe" by L. P. Horwitz, that provide a more intuitive approach to learning group theory for physicists.