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guo_xiaobo
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I want ask a question, which textbook of quantum mechanics is appropriate for a beginner? thanks.
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around recommendations for beginner-friendly textbooks on quantum mechanics. Participants share their opinions on various texts and their suitability for newcomers to the subject.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- One participant suggests Morrison's "Understanding Quantum Theory" as the easiest to read for beginners.
- Another participant mentions Dirac's "The Principles of Quantum Mechanics" as interesting and clear, starting from the basics, though acknowledges that some find it old-fashioned or difficult.
- A different viewpoint expresses concern that Dirac's book contains too much mathematics and requires a solid foundation in general physics.
- A participant interested in researching superstrings (M-theory) questions what knowledge of quantum mechanics is necessary for their research.
- Another participant humorously emphasizes the need for more mathematics in the study of quantum mechanics.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing opinions on the suitability of specific textbooks for beginners, indicating a lack of consensus on the best choice. The discussion includes both support for and criticism of Dirac's book.
Contextual Notes
Some participants note the importance of prior knowledge in general physics when approaching certain textbooks, highlighting the varying levels of mathematical rigor required.
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JohnDubYa
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The easiest to read, IMO, is Morrison's Understanding Quantum Theory.
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salsero
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Interesting, clear, starts from the basics: The Principles of Quantum Mechanics / Dirac.
(Some people consider this book old-fashioned or difficult, but I don't think so.)
(Some people consider this book old-fashioned or difficult, but I don't think so.)
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guo_xiaobo
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The Dirac's book has too many mathmatics, and the physical description is profound, If read it, May be I need some basic knowledge of general physics more.
by the way, I want to do rearch in superstrings(M-theory), What do I need about quantum mechnics?
thank you for JohnDubYa , salsero.
by the way, I want to do rearch in superstrings(M-theory), What do I need about quantum mechnics?
thank you for JohnDubYa , salsero.
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Atheist
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The math, I´d say (and a lot more math) Similar threads
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