Good textbook for general relativity and quantum mechanic

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around recommendations for textbooks on general relativity and quantum mechanics, with an emphasis on achieving a deep understanding suitable for research applications in astrophysics. Participants are exploring the complexity of the material and the educational background of the original poster.

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  • Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • The original poster expresses a desire for complex textbooks that provide a thorough understanding of general relativity and quantum mechanics, aiming for mastery suitable for research.
  • Some participants suggest that knowing the academic background of the original poster is essential for providing appropriate book recommendations.
  • One participant notes that if the original poster lacks formal coursework in quantum mechanics, it may be beneficial to focus on that area before advancing to more complex texts.
  • The original poster clarifies their background in aerospace engineering and mentions prior self-study of physics textbooks that cover quantum mechanics and relativity, but without in-depth analysis of equations.
  • A participant shares a specific quantum mechanics textbook they favor, linking to it for reference.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the importance of understanding the original poster's academic background to tailor book recommendations, but there is no consensus on specific texts or approaches to take.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights the original poster's self-study approach and the potential gaps in formal education regarding quantum mechanics and relativity, which may influence the choice of recommended textbooks.

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I want to get the fully understanding in general relativity and quantum mechanic in the level that I can master it and use it for computation. I can handle most of equation, so please suggest me no matter how complex the equation in the book is. I really want it to do some reserch to send as an application material for master degree in astrophysics. So please suggest me (many books would be good).:smile:
For my education background : I graduated from aerospace engineering, However during undergrad I read some physics textbook that have quantum machanic and relativity(not the quantum and GR text) but those book doesn't prove and analyse some equation. So my purpose is to understand these 2 theories as I understand Newton law F=ma, I mean the real basic real understanding not just memorize the method.
Thank you for your reccomendation
 
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We need to know your academic background before people can recommend books.
 
What was your undergraduate degree? If you lack coursework in QM, that's what I'd concentrate on. You'll find many threads in this section of the forum with recommendations for books. But I expect that you'd have to do coursework to make up the deficiency anyway if you got into a master's program.
 
I graduated from aerospace engineering. I've never take relativity and quantum mechanic course. However, I read some physics textbooks which include these subjects for example principle of physics by serway. So much of my knowledge came from self studying
 

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