Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the presence of typos in Walter Greiner's series on theoretical physics, with participants expressing concerns about the impact of these errors on the quality of the texts. The scope includes inquiries about errata, the quality of translations from German to English, and the potential for compiling corrections. Participants also discuss the editions and printings of the books.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
- Meta-discussion
Main Points Raised
- Some participants express frustration over the lack of available errata for Greiner's series, suggesting that the presence of typos undermines the series' reputation.
- There is speculation about whether the typos originated in the original German texts or were introduced during translation to English.
- One participant mentions a review indicating that the translations sometimes result in awkward phrasing, while others note that the newer editions have fewer typos.
- Several participants have attempted to contact Springer for information on errata or the latest printings but report no success so far.
- One participant shares a list of the latest editions and printings of Greiner's books, indicating their interest in acquiring updated versions.
- There is a suggestion to create a new thread to compile typos and corrections as they are discovered.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree on the existence of typos and the need for errata, but there is no consensus on the origins of these errors or the effectiveness of the translations. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best way to compile corrections and the responsibility of the publisher.
Contextual Notes
Limitations include the absence of a comprehensive list of errors and the unclear status of communications with the publisher. The discussion reflects varying experiences with different editions of the texts.