Good reference to learn high energy physics

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For those seeking to learn high energy physics, it's essential to clarify your current knowledge level, particularly regarding quantum mechanics, as many recommended texts require a foundational understanding. If you have little or no background in quantum mechanics, traditional textbooks like Perkins, De Angelis and Pimenta, or Ellwanger may not be suitable. Instead, resources like the Particle Adventure website are recommended for beginners, as they provide an accessible introduction to high energy physics and elementary particles without the need for extensive prerequisites.
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hello everyone, i just want to know about some good reference to learn high energy physics, maybe with some examples for real world practical application... and i heard that old books with this topic is far better than the new ones, can anyone here recommend a book or two? thanks before and i am sorry if my question sounds silly on here
 
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You need to describe at what level do you want the book to be. It is pointless to recommend, say, the Perkins text if you don’t know Quantum mechanics already.

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ZapperZ said:
You need to describe at what level do you want the book to be. It is pointless to recommend, say, the Perkins text if you don’t know Quantum mechanics already.

Zz.
let's say i have little or no knowledge about quantum mechanics, could you recommend a book suitable for that?
 
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let's say i have little or no knowledge about quantum mechanics, could you recommend a book suitable for that?

Then I do not believe any of the texts that Demystifier recommended will suit you.

Do you want to learn about "high energy physics" or, in actuality, "elementary particles" specifically? Without any of the prerequisites, the one place that I've often recommendeded is the Particle Adventure website, rather than a book.

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