Advanced Solid State Physics Book: A Modern Alternative to Kittel and Ashcroft

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The discussion centers around the search for a modern alternative to the solid-state physics textbooks "Kittel" and "Ashcroft." Participants express dissatisfaction with Kittel's complexity and Ashcroft's outdated content. "Condensed Matter Physics" by Marder is recommended as a suitable alternative. Additionally, "Ashcroft & Mermin" is acknowledged for its quality despite its age, indicating a need for updated resources in solid-state physics.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with solid-state physics concepts
  • Understanding of condensed matter physics
  • Basic knowledge of advanced mathematical techniques used in physics
  • Awareness of current literature in physics education
NEXT STEPS
  • Research "Condensed Matter Physics" by Marder for advanced solid-state concepts
  • Explore "Ashcroft & Mermin" for its relevance in modern solid-state physics
  • Investigate recent publications and authors in solid-state physics
  • Review critiques and comparisons of solid-state physics textbooks
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Students, educators, and researchers in solid-state physics seeking updated and comprehensible resources for advanced study.

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I found Kittel very complicated and Ashcroft outdated. I want something rather new, written in a advanced but familiar manner.
 
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You found Kittel complicated but want something written in an advanced manner? That seems rather contradictory - Kittel is meant to be one of the more elementary level texts in the field. I personally dislike Kittel as well though - he doesn't explain a lot of concepts very well, and uses very sloppy mathematics at times.
Condensed Matter Physics by Marder seems to be a pretty good book.
 
Hm, I always thought that Ashcroft&Mermin is one of the best solid-state textbooks on the market and, as any good textbook, surprisingly up-to-date although written a while ago, but I'm not a solid-state physicist myself.
 
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Friends, can you suggest for some new authors.
 

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