High Energy Literature for introduction to O(N) vector model

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The discussion centers on seeking literature related to the O(N) vector model in quantum field theory (QFT) due to insufficient class notes and the absence of a textbook. A recommendation is made for S. Coleman's "Aspects of Symmetry" as a valuable resource for QFT students. The original poster has approached their instructor for guidance but found them unhelpful. Suggestions are made to consult other professors or educational supervisors for additional resources. The conversation highlights the importance of having supportive faculty in academic settings and the challenges faced when they are unresponsive.
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TL;DR Summary: Looking for literature on O(N) vector model

Hello,

We have been going over the O(N) vector model in my QFT class but the notes are not very detailed and we are not using a textbook. Does anyone know of a good QFT book which goes over this material? I have a copy of Shrednicki but I couldn‘t find any mention of it.

Thanks in advance!
 
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Methods of contemporary gauge theory, by Makeeno
 
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If you mean the linear ##\sigma## model, have a look at

S. Coleman, Aspects of Symmetry, Cambridge University
Press, Cambridge, New York, Melbourne (1985).
 
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Which is a book all qft students should own and read nevertheless!
 
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malawi_glenn said:
Methods of contemporary gauge theory, by Makeeno
Thank you!
 
Have you asked the teacher of the class for reference litterature?
 
Yes but unfortunately they do not really care that much about the class and didn't have any :(
 
josephsanders said:
Yes but unfortunately they do not really care that much about the class and didn't have any :(
Is there any principal or educational supervisor you could ask?
 
malawi_glenn said:
Is there any principal or educational supervisor you could ask?
That is a good idea, I can probably ask some other professors who work in the field. Thank you.
 
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josephsanders said:
That is a good idea, I can probably ask some other professors who work in the field. Thank you.
Also you could point out how you feel and think about the professor in that course of yours who was not willing to help you.
Never heard of a professor who does not want to provide reference and supplementary reading material
 
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