Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the effectiveness of Griffiths' Quantum Mechanics textbook as a primary resource for preparing for graduate-level quantum mechanics courses. Participants consider whether supplementary texts are necessary and compare Griffiths with other materials.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested, Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- One participant questions the adequacy of Griffiths' text for graduate preparation, noting that the problems encountered so far seem insufficiently challenging.
- Another participant expresses a strong negative opinion about Griffiths, labeling it as a "terrible book."
- A participant confirms they are in graduate school and recommends using Shankar's text alongside Griffiths, suggesting that Griffiths may lack depth and important discussions.
- One participant shares a similar impression of Griffiths when compared to Robinett's Quantum Mechanics text.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing views on the quality of Griffiths' textbook, with some recommending supplementary materials while others criticize its content. No consensus is reached regarding its effectiveness.
Contextual Notes
Participants' evaluations of the textbooks are based on personal experiences and comparisons, which may depend on individual learning preferences and academic backgrounds.