Good reference to learn high energy physics

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around finding suitable references for learning high energy physics, with a focus on the level of prior knowledge required, particularly regarding quantum mechanics. Participants explore the appropriateness of various texts and resources for beginners and discuss the distinction between high energy physics and elementary particle physics.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant requests recommendations for books on high energy physics, expressing a preference for older texts over newer ones.
  • Another participant emphasizes the importance of specifying the level of knowledge, particularly regarding quantum mechanics, before recommending texts.
  • Several specific book titles are suggested, including Perkins, De Angelis and Pimenta, and Ellwanger, though their suitability is questioned based on the user's knowledge level.
  • A participant suggests the Particle Adventure website as a resource for those with little or no knowledge of quantum mechanics, questioning the appropriateness of the recommended texts for beginners.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the need to clarify the user's level of understanding before recommending resources. However, there is disagreement regarding the suitability of specific texts for beginners, with some participants suggesting that the recommended books may not be appropriate.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights the dependency on prior knowledge, particularly in quantum mechanics, and the potential mismatch between the user's experience and the complexity of the recommended texts.

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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.

Zz.
 
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?
 
e0ne199 said:
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.

Zz.
 
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