Best Book on Cosmological Constant Problem

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The discussion revolves around identifying the best graduate-level books on the cosmological constant problem, with a focus on resources that cover quantum field theory, astro-particle physics, inflation, and cosmology.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests a review article as a good introduction to the cosmological constant problem, noting it is well-referenced but may not fully satisfy the request for depth.
  • Another participant proposes a book on inflationary cosmology that includes introductions to field theory in a cosmological context, while acknowledging its focus on perturbations and the CMB.
  • Several participants mention Linde's reviews on inflationary cosmology as potentially useful, despite concerns about their age.
  • A participant expresses a preference for a quantum-oriented book on cosmology, specifically mentioning Liddle & Lyth as a strong candidate.
  • Other titles mentioned include Weinberg's book on cosmology and Mukhanov's "Physical Foundations of Cosmology," with questions about how these compare to previously suggested resources.
  • Primordial Cosmology by Peter and Uzan is also recommended as a potential resource.

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Participants express varying opinions on the best resources, with no consensus on a single book being the definitive choice. Multiple competing views on suitable texts remain evident throughout the discussion.

Contextual Notes

Some participants note that certain resources may emphasize specific aspects of cosmology, such as inflation, which may not align with all participants' needs for a broader quantum-oriented approach.

Who May Find This Useful

Readers interested in advanced cosmology, particularly those seeking graduate-level texts that address the cosmological constant problem and related topics in quantum field theory and inflationary cosmology.

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What is the best grad-level book on the cosmological constant problem that introduces quantum field theory, astro-particle physics, inflation, and cosmology?
 
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http://relativity.livingreviews.org/Articles/lrr-2001-1/" had a good introduction to some of the issues behind the cosmological constant problem. Its well referenced so you can branch out from there. It's not a heavy article though so will not satisfy your requirements too well.

Perhaps http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/052182849X/?tag=pfamazon01-20 is a good starting place for inflationary cosmology? Though it does emphasise, as the name suggests, pertrubations/CMB/etc side of things. Has introductions to field theory in a cosmological setting?

Alse check out Linde's review (somewhere on arxiv, though getting outdated?) on inflationary cosmology. He has a few.
http://arxiv.org/abs/0705.0164
http://arxiv.org/abs/hep-th/0503203
http://arxiv.org/abs/hep-th/0503195

Sorry if it's not what your were looking for.
 
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Thank you for these resources.
LithiumHelios said:
http://relativity.livingreviews.org/Articles/lrr-2001-1/" is a good starting place for inflationary cosmology? Though it does emphasise, as the name suggests, pertrubations/CMB/etc side of things. Has introductions to field theory in a cosmological setting?

LithiumHelios said:
Alse check out Linde's review (somewhere on arxiv, though getting outdated?) on inflationary cosmology. He has a few.
http://arxiv.org/abs/0705.0164
http://arxiv.org/abs/hep-th/0503203
http://arxiv.org/abs/hep-th/0503195

Sorry if it's not what your were looking for.
Not an over-emphasize on inflation. Basically, I am looking for a quantum-oriented book on cosmology, and Liddle & Lyth seems to be the best out of what you have mentioned. Thank you, though
 
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weinbergs book on cosmology?

Physical Foundations of Cosmology by Mukhanov ?
 

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