Caroll´s GR text: differences between PDF and printed book?

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The primary difference between Sean Carroll's published book and the PDF version is the absence of Chapter 9, titled "Quantum Field Theory in Curved Spacetime," in the PDF. This chapter serves as an essential introduction to the subject. Additionally, approximately 50% of the content in the published book is entirely new, with significant improvements made to explanations and overall organization for enhanced user experience.

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Dear all,
what are the differences between Caroll´s GR published book and the PDF text?
Thanks,
Goldbeetle
 
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One big difference is that Chapter 9 from the published book, Quantum Field Theory in Curved Spacetime, is not included at all in the pdf version. This chapter is a nice introduction to the topic.

From Sean Carroll's webpages,

"About 50% of the book is completely new; I've also polished and improved many of the explanations, and made the organization more flexible and user-friendly."
 

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