Is Sakurai's Modern Quantum Mechanics Worth Reading?

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Sakurai's "Modern Quantum Mechanics" is discussed as a resource that balances mathematical rigor with intuitive understanding, making it suitable for both graduate students and advanced undergraduates. While some reviewers criticize it for lacking mathematical depth, others appreciate its engaging approach to complex concepts and its representation of experimental aspects. Users express excitement about the book's readability and its ability to provoke interesting questions. Many recommend pairing it with Griffiths for a more comprehensive understanding. Overall, the book is viewed positively for its accessibility and pedagogical value in quantum mechanics.
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Well, my opinion is that it totally lacks mathematical rigor...

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It depends on the level of understanding, I think Sakurai has done a good job balancing mathematics and intuition. One can do a highly mathematical exposition for a grad QM book, butr I guess what one treasures in QM is a little intuitive understanding.
 
I took a 2 semester sequence from it, and I really enjoyed it. It does a good job of exposing students to interesting questions and their solutions, and it fairly represents the experimental side. It is a very readable book that could even be used for advanced undergraduates.
 
I'm going to read it soon..kinda excited! I think I'm going to loooooooooooove QM! but I've planned to read with along Griffiths..it's easy to understand!
 
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