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How about his two books: Photons & Atoms and Atom-Photon Interaction? Are they basic?
How about Cohen-Tannoudji's QED book?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion centers around the complexity and level of Cohen-Tannoudji's books, specifically "Photons & Atoms" and "Atom-Photon Interaction," in the context of quantum electrodynamics (QED). Participants explore whether these texts are suitable for beginners or if they are more appropriate for graduate-level study, while also suggesting alternative resources.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants assert that Cohen-Tannoudji's books are very good but not basic, categorizing them as graduate-level texts.
- Others suggest alternative books for those seeking more basic material, including Fox's "Quantum Optics," Loudon's "The Quantum Theory of Light," and Grynberg et al.'s "Introduction to Quantum Optics."
- One participant inquires about other books with content similar to Cohen-Tannoudji's works, indicating a search for comparable resources.
- Another participant notes that the Grynberg book takes a similar approach to Cohen-Tannoudji's, highlighting a connection between the two authors as part of the same French "school."
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree that Cohen-Tannoudji's books are not basic and are intended for a graduate-level audience. However, there is no consensus on the best alternative texts, as various suggestions are made without a clear agreement on their suitability.
Contextual Notes
Some assumptions about the reader's background knowledge and familiarity with quantum optics may not be explicitly stated, which could affect the perceived accessibility of the suggested texts.
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